Moores Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Moores Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00088 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SC RESEARCH AUTHORITY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Moores Pond Dam?
Moores Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Moores Pond Dam?
Moores Pond Dam is owned by SC RESEARCH AUTHORITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moores Pond Dam built?
Moores Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Moores Pond Dam?
Moores Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Moores Pond Dam?
Moores Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Moores Pond Dam last inspected?
Moores Pond Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.