Morange Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Morange Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 545 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 367 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 66 acres |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00144 |
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
MORANGE LAKE ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morange Pond Dam?
Morange 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 Morange Pond Dam?
Morange Pond Dam is owned by MORANGE LAKE ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morange Pond Dam built?
Morange Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Morange Pond Dam?
Morange 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 Morange Pond Dam?
Morange Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Morange Pond Dam last inspected?
Morange Pond Dam was last inspected on August 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.