Macfie Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Macfie Pond 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 | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01202 |
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
JAMES PRINGLE MACFIE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Macfie Pond Dam?
Macfie 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 Macfie Pond Dam?
Macfie Pond Dam is owned by JAMES PRINGLE MACFIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Macfie Pond Dam built?
Macfie Pond 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 Macfie Pond Dam?
Macfie 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 Macfie Pond Dam?
Macfie Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Macfie Pond Dam last inspected?
Macfie Pond Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.