Morrels Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Morrels Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00053 |
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
ARTHUR L GROSS JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morrels Pond Dam?
Morrels 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 Morrels Pond Dam?
Morrels Pond Dam is owned by ARTHUR L GROSS JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morrels Pond Dam built?
Morrels Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Morrels Pond Dam?
Morrels 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 Morrels Pond Dam?
Morrels Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Morrels Pond Dam last inspected?
Morrels Pond Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.