Mcmaster Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcmaster Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01218 |
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
SAMSON WOODS LLC AND MCMASTER FAMILY PARTNERSHIP LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcmaster Pond Dam?
Mcmaster 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 Mcmaster Pond Dam?
Mcmaster Pond Dam is owned by SAMSON WOODS LLC AND MCMASTER FAMILY PARTNERSHIP LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcmaster Pond Dam built?
Mcmaster 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 Mcmaster Pond Dam?
Mcmaster 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 Mcmaster Pond Dam?
Mcmaster Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Mcmaster Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcmaster Pond Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.