Mcgee Pond Dam

TR-LITTLE GENEROSTEE CREEK· Anderson, South Carolina· Built 1957· 29 ft tall
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Mcgee Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC)
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage164 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDSC00555

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: November 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MARY M MCGEE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcgee Pond Dam?

Mcgee 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 Mcgee Pond Dam?

Mcgee Pond Dam is owned by MARY M MCGEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcgee Pond Dam built?

Mcgee 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 Mcgee Pond Dam?

Mcgee Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mcgee Pond Dam?

Mcgee Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Mcgee Pond Dam last inspected?

Mcgee Pond Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2021. 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.