Rivers Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rivers Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01907 |
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
CHARLES H GRAY II
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rivers Pond Dam?
Rivers 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 Rivers Pond Dam?
Rivers Pond Dam is owned by CHARLES H GRAY II (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rivers Pond Dam built?
Rivers Pond Dam 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 Rivers Pond Dam?
Rivers 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 Rivers Pond Dam?
Rivers Pond Dam 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 Rivers Pond Dam last inspected?
Rivers Pond Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.