Michael Ashmore Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Michael Ashmore Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02572 |
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
JPM ENTERPRISES LLC DBA JPM DEVELOPMENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Michael Ashmore Pond Dam?
Michael Ashmore 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 Michael Ashmore Pond Dam?
Michael Ashmore Pond Dam is owned by JPM ENTERPRISES LLC DBA JPM DEVELOPMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Michael Ashmore Pond Dam built?
Michael Ashmore Pond Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Michael Ashmore Pond Dam?
Michael Ashmore Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Michael Ashmore Pond Dam?
Michael Ashmore Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Michael Ashmore Pond Dam last inspected?
Michael Ashmore Pond Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.