Mcmillans Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcmillans Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01629 |
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
MEADOW WOOD FARMS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcmillans Pond Dam?
Mcmillans 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 Mcmillans Pond Dam?
Mcmillans Pond Dam is owned by MEADOW WOOD FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcmillans Pond Dam built?
Mcmillans Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Mcmillans Pond Dam?
Mcmillans 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 Mcmillans Pond Dam?
Mcmillans 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 Mcmillans Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcmillans Pond Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.