Long Pond Dam

SHAW CREEK· Edgefield, South Carolina· Built 1955· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Long Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC)
Max Storage387 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDSC01124

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

PAULA VIRGINIA CLARK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Long Pond Dam?

Long 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 Long Pond Dam?

Long Pond Dam is owned by PAULA VIRGINIA CLARK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Long Pond Dam built?

Long Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Long Pond Dam?

Long Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Long Pond Dam?

Long Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Long Pond Dam last inspected?

Long Pond Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.