Rice Mills Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rice Mills Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01834 |
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
THOMAS LEE AND STEVEN MICHAEL GILREATH
Private
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High Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rice Mills Pond Dam?
Rice Mills 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 Rice Mills Pond Dam?
Rice Mills Pond Dam is owned by THOMAS LEE AND STEVEN MICHAEL GILREATH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rice Mills Pond Dam built?
Rice Mills Pond Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Rice Mills Pond Dam?
Rice Mills 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 Rice Mills Pond Dam?
Rice Mills Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Rice Mills Pond Dam last inspected?
Rice Mills Pond Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.