Pooles Upper Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pooles Upper Millpond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 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 | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00162 |
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
ELZENE CORBETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pooles Upper Millpond Dam?
Pooles Upper Millpond 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 Pooles Upper Millpond Dam?
Pooles Upper Millpond Dam is owned by ELZENE CORBETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pooles Upper Millpond Dam built?
Pooles Upper Millpond 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 Pooles Upper Millpond Dam?
Pooles Upper Millpond 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 Pooles Upper Millpond Dam?
Pooles Upper Millpond 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 Pooles Upper Millpond Dam last inspected?
Pooles Upper Millpond Dam was last inspected on December 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.