Mallard Cove (Forest Dr)
Key Takeaway
Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01296 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MALLARD COVE OF EASLEY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mallard Cove (Forest Dr)?
Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mallard Cove (Forest Dr)?
Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) is owned by MALLARD COVE OF EASLEY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) built?
Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) 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 Mallard Cove (Forest Dr)?
Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) 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 Mallard Cove (Forest Dr)?
Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) 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 Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) last inspected?
Mallard Cove (Forest Dr) was last inspected on January 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.