Murray Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Murray Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01325 |
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
JERRY AND PATRICIA MCAULAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Murray Pond Dam?
Murray 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 Murray Pond Dam?
Murray Pond Dam is owned by JERRY AND PATRICIA MCAULAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Murray Pond Dam built?
Murray Pond Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Murray Pond Dam?
Murray 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 Murray Pond Dam?
Murray Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Murray Pond Dam last inspected?
Murray Pond Dam was last inspected on October 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.