Ratcliff Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Ratcliff Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1873 and is 153 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1873 (153 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00488 |
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
MUSGRAVE FAMILY TRUST;VERNON AND SUE DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ratcliff Millpond Dam?
Ratcliff Millpond 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 Ratcliff Millpond Dam?
Ratcliff Millpond Dam is owned by MUSGRAVE FAMILY TRUST;VERNON AND SUE DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ratcliff Millpond Dam built?
Ratcliff Millpond Dam was completed in 1873, making it 153 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 Ratcliff Millpond Dam?
Ratcliff 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 Ratcliff Millpond Dam?
Ratcliff Millpond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Ratcliff Millpond Dam last inspected?
Ratcliff Millpond Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.