Mcleods Pond Dam

TR-RAFTING CREEK· Sumter, South Carolina· Built 1960· 9 ft tall
Unknown Debris Control Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Mcleods Pond Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 3.2% in SC)
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDSC01402

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 20, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcleods Pond Dam?

Mcleods Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mcleods Pond Dam?

Mcleods Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcleods Pond Dam built?

Mcleods Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mcleods Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Mcleods Pond Dam?

Mcleods Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Mcleods Pond Dam last inspected?

Mcleods Pond Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2017. 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.