Rbe Pond Dam 3

TR-BUCHANNAN CREEK· Anderson, South Carolina· Built 1962· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Rbe Pond Dam 3 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC)
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage59 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDSC01833

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 12, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

RUSSELL B AND ASHLEY BURDETTE TAYLOR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rbe Pond Dam 3?

Rbe Pond Dam 3 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 Rbe Pond Dam 3?

Rbe Pond Dam 3 is owned by RUSSELL B AND ASHLEY BURDETTE TAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rbe Pond Dam 3 built?

Rbe Pond Dam 3 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Rbe Pond Dam 3?

Rbe Pond Dam 3 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rbe Pond Dam 3?

Rbe Pond Dam 3 has a dam height of 30 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 Rbe Pond Dam 3 last inspected?

Rbe Pond Dam 3 was last inspected on December 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.