Moss Pond Dam

FLEA BITE CREEK· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1929· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Moss Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC)
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)
NID IDSC00588

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 8, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BELLE D PERROW;KINGS GRANT PROPERTIES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moss Pond Dam?

Moss 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 Moss Pond Dam?

Moss Pond Dam is owned by BELLE D PERROW;KINGS GRANT PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Moss Pond Dam built?

Moss Pond Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Moss Pond Dam?

Moss 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 Moss Pond Dam?

Moss Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Moss Pond Dam last inspected?

Moss Pond Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.