Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam

TR-BROWN SWAMP· Marion, South Carolina· Built 1970· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mcmillen Lower 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 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC)
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDSC01811

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LAVERNE A MCMILLAN EST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam?

Mcmillen Lower 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 Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam?

Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam is owned by LAVERNE A MCMILLAN EST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam built?

Mcmillen Lower 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 Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam?

Mcmillen Lower 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 Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam?

Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam last inspected?

Mcmillen Lower Pond Dam was last inspected on November 16, 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.