Raley Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Raley Millpond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 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 | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00456 |
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
MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Raley Millpond Dam?
Raley 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 Raley Millpond Dam?
Raley Millpond Dam is owned by MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raley Millpond Dam built?
Raley Millpond Dam was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Raley Millpond Dam?
Raley 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 Raley Millpond Dam?
Raley Millpond 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 Raley Millpond Dam last inspected?
Raley Millpond Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.