Sanders Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sanders Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01551 |
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
KEITH B CONNELLY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sanders Pond Dam?
Sanders 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 Sanders Pond Dam?
Sanders Pond Dam is owned by KEITH B CONNELLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanders Pond Dam built?
Sanders Pond Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Sanders Pond Dam?
Sanders 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 Sanders Pond Dam?
Sanders 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 Sanders Pond Dam last inspected?
Sanders Pond Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.