Mcelmurray Pond Dam

TOWN CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1968· 16 ft tall
High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mcelmurray Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage306 acre-ft
Normal Storage209 acre-ft
Surface Area29 acres
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDSC00289

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 4, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

D&W GROUP LLC;SOUTHERN ASSETS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcelmurray Pond Dam?

Mcelmurray Pond Dam 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 Mcelmurray Pond Dam?

Mcelmurray Pond Dam is owned by D&W GROUP LLC;SOUTHERN ASSETS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcelmurray Pond Dam built?

Mcelmurray Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Mcelmurray Pond Dam?

Mcelmurray Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mcelmurray Pond Dam?

Mcelmurray Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Mcelmurray Pond Dam last inspected?

Mcelmurray Pond Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.