Ross'S Pond Dam

TR-LEE SWAMP· Sumter, South Carolina· Built 1965· 8 ft tall
Unknown Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Ross'S Pond Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.5% in SC)
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDSC01408

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 17, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ross'S Pond Dam?

Ross'S Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ross'S Pond Dam?

Ross'S Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ross'S Pond Dam built?

Ross'S Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Ross'S Pond Dam?

Ross'S Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ross'S Pond Dam?

Ross'S Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Ross'S Pond Dam last inspected?

Ross'S Pond Dam was last inspected on April 17, 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.