Mason Motes Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mason Motes Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 383 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01134 |
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
DUBE E VOLKER REVOCABLE TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mason Motes Pond Dam?
Mason Motes 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 Mason Motes Pond Dam?
Mason Motes Pond Dam is owned by DUBE E VOLKER REVOCABLE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mason Motes Pond Dam built?
Mason Motes Pond Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Mason Motes Pond Dam?
Mason Motes 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 Mason Motes Pond Dam?
Mason Motes Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Mason Motes Pond Dam last inspected?
Mason Motes Pond Dam was last inspected on December 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.