Leewelyn Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Leewelyn Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00465 |
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
PREMO LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leewelyn Millpond Dam?
Leewelyn Millpond 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 Leewelyn Millpond Dam?
Leewelyn Millpond Dam is owned by PREMO LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leewelyn Millpond Dam built?
Leewelyn Millpond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Leewelyn Millpond Dam?
Leewelyn Millpond 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 Leewelyn Millpond Dam?
Leewelyn Millpond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Leewelyn Millpond Dam last inspected?
Leewelyn Millpond Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.