Latimer Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Latimer 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 | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01643 |
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
SAMUEL E AND ANGELINA M MCCORD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Latimer Pond Dam?
Latimer 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 Latimer Pond Dam?
Latimer Pond Dam is owned by SAMUEL E AND ANGELINA M MCCORD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Latimer Pond Dam built?
Latimer 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 Latimer Pond Dam?
Latimer 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 Latimer Pond Dam?
Latimer Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Latimer Pond Dam last inspected?
Latimer Pond Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.