Rp Bonnette Pond Dam

TR-TWOMILE SWAMP· Orangeburg, South Carolina· Built 1978· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rp Bonnette Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDSC02129

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: July 17, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TRIPLE G FARMS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rp Bonnette Pond Dam?

Rp Bonnette 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 Rp Bonnette Pond Dam?

Rp Bonnette Pond Dam is owned by TRIPLE G FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rp Bonnette Pond Dam built?

Rp Bonnette Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Rp Bonnette Pond Dam?

Rp Bonnette Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rp Bonnette Pond Dam?

Rp Bonnette Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Rp Bonnette Pond Dam last inspected?

Rp Bonnette Pond Dam was last inspected on July 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.