Meeting House Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Meeting House Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01905 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JEFFERSON TURKEY FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meeting House Pond Dam?
Meeting House Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Meeting House Pond Dam?
Meeting House Pond Dam is owned by JEFFERSON TURKEY FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meeting House Pond Dam built?
Meeting House Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Meeting House Pond Dam?
Meeting House 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 Meeting House Pond Dam?
Meeting House Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Meeting House Pond Dam last inspected?
Meeting House Pond Dam was last inspected on December 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.