Perkins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Perkins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01595 |
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
BLAKE T PRINCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Perkins Pond Dam?
Perkins 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 Perkins Pond Dam?
Perkins Pond Dam is owned by BLAKE T PRINCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Perkins Pond Dam built?
Perkins Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Perkins Pond Dam?
Perkins 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 Perkins Pond Dam?
Perkins Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Perkins Pond Dam last inspected?
Perkins Pond Dam was last inspected on March 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.