Mcleod Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcleod Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 251 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01906 |
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
C S MCLEOD FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcleod Pond Dam?
Mcleod 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 Mcleod Pond Dam?
Mcleod Pond Dam is owned by C S MCLEOD FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcleod Pond Dam built?
Mcleod Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Mcleod Pond Dam?
Mcleod Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcleod Pond Dam?
Mcleod Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Mcleod Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcleod Pond Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.