Mclean Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mclean Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01879 |
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
CATHY WALKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mclean Pond Dam?
Mclean 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 Mclean Pond Dam?
Mclean Pond Dam is owned by CATHY WALKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mclean Pond Dam built?
Mclean 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 Mclean Pond Dam?
Mclean Pond Dam 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 Mclean Pond Dam?
Mclean 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 Mclean Pond Dam last inspected?
Mclean Pond Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.