Little Ponderosa Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Ponderosa Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02125 |
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
VICTOR ODOM JR
Private
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Low Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Ponderosa Lake Dam?
Little Ponderosa Lake 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 Little Ponderosa Lake Dam?
Little Ponderosa Lake Dam is owned by VICTOR ODOM JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Ponderosa Lake Dam built?
Little Ponderosa Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Little Ponderosa Lake Dam?
Little Ponderosa Lake 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 Little Ponderosa Lake Dam?
Little Ponderosa Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Little Ponderosa Lake Dam last inspected?
Little Ponderosa Lake Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.