Mill Creek Pond Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek Pond Park Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01448 |
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
SOUTH CAROLINA FORESTRY COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek Pond Park Dam?
Mill Creek Pond Park 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 Mill Creek Pond Park Dam?
Mill Creek Pond Park Dam is owned by SOUTH CAROLINA FORESTRY COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Creek Pond Park Dam built?
Mill Creek Pond Park Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Mill Creek Pond Park Dam?
Mill Creek Pond Park 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 Mill Creek Pond Park Dam?
Mill Creek Pond Park Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Mill Creek Pond Park Dam last inspected?
Mill Creek Pond Park Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.