Sandy Beaver Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sandy Beaver Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02321 |
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
JLO GROUP LLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sandy Beaver Pond Dam?
Sandy Beaver 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 Sandy Beaver Pond Dam?
Sandy Beaver Pond Dam is owned by JLO GROUP LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sandy Beaver Pond Dam built?
Sandy Beaver Pond Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Sandy Beaver Pond Dam?
Sandy Beaver Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sandy Beaver Pond Dam?
Sandy Beaver Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Sandy Beaver Pond Dam last inspected?
Sandy Beaver Pond Dam was last inspected on July 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.