Mcmillen Upper Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcmillen Upper Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01810 |
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
LAVERNE A MCMILLAN EST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcmillen Upper Pond Dam?
Mcmillen 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 Mcmillen Upper Pond Dam?
Mcmillen Upper 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 Upper Pond Dam built?
Mcmillen Upper Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Upper Pond Dam?
Mcmillen 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 Mcmillen Upper Pond Dam?
Mcmillen 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 Mcmillen Upper Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcmillen Upper Pond Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.