Robeson Millpond Dam

ROBESON BRANCH· Chesterfield, South Carolina· Built 1930· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Robeson Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC)
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDSC01880

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: October 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

PINEBUCK FARMS LLC ET AL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Robeson Millpond Dam?

Robeson 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 Robeson Millpond Dam?

Robeson Millpond Dam is owned by PINEBUCK FARMS LLC ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Robeson Millpond Dam built?

Robeson Millpond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Robeson Millpond Dam?

Robeson 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 Robeson Millpond Dam?

Robeson Millpond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Robeson Millpond Dam last inspected?

Robeson Millpond Dam was last inspected on October 26, 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.