Mathias Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mathias Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| NID ID | SCD5017 |
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
MIKE MATHIAS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mathias Pond Dam?
Mathias 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 Mathias Pond Dam?
Mathias Pond Dam is owned by MIKE MATHIAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mathias Pond Dam?
Mathias Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mathias Pond Dam?
Mathias Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Mathias Pond Dam last inspected?
Mathias Pond Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.