Lamaster Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lamaster Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01374 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLEMSON UNIVERSITY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lamaster Pond Dam?
Lamaster Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lamaster Pond Dam?
Lamaster Pond Dam is owned by CLEMSON UNIVERSITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lamaster Pond Dam built?
Lamaster Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lamaster Pond Dam?
Lamaster Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lamaster Pond Dam?
Lamaster Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lamaster Pond Dam last inspected?
Lamaster Pond Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.