Mcleods Upper Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcleods Upper Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01505 |
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
UPPER POND HOLDINGS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcleods Upper Pond Dam?
Mcleods Upper 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 Mcleods Upper Pond Dam?
Mcleods Upper Pond Dam is owned by UPPER POND HOLDINGS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcleods Upper Pond Dam built?
Mcleods Upper Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Upper Pond Dam?
Mcleods Upper 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 Mcleods Upper Pond Dam?
Mcleods Upper 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 Upper Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcleods Upper Pond Dam was last inspected on November 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.