Powell Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Powell Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00243 |
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
LAWSON VETERINARY SERVICES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Powell Pond Dam?
Powell 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 Powell Pond Dam?
Powell Pond Dam is owned by LAWSON VETERINARY SERVICES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Powell Pond Dam built?
Powell Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Powell Pond Dam?
Powell 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 Powell Pond Dam?
Powell Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Powell Pond Dam last inspected?
Powell Pond Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.