Rholetter Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rholetter Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01197 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RICHARD D RHOLETTER ETAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rholetter Pond Dam?
Rholetter Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rholetter Pond Dam?
Rholetter Pond Dam is owned by RICHARD D RHOLETTER ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rholetter Pond Dam built?
Rholetter Pond Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Rholetter Pond Dam?
Rholetter 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 Rholetter Pond Dam?
Rholetter Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Rholetter Pond Dam last inspected?
Rholetter Pond Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.