Ludington Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Ludington Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 91% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01145 |
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
RICHARD K ALLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ludington Pond Dam?
Ludington 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 Ludington Pond Dam?
Ludington Pond Dam is owned by RICHARD K ALLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ludington Pond Dam built?
Ludington Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Ludington Pond Dam?
Ludington 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 Ludington Pond Dam?
Ludington Pond Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Ludington Pond Dam last inspected?
Ludington Pond Dam was last inspected on July 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.