Scotts Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Scotts Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01317 |
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
SHAWN L HARDING AND THOMAS CLARK BALDWIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scotts Pond Dam?
Scotts 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 Scotts Pond Dam?
Scotts Pond Dam is owned by SHAWN L HARDING AND THOMAS CLARK BALDWIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scotts Pond Dam built?
Scotts Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Scotts Pond Dam?
Scotts 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 Scotts Pond Dam?
Scotts Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Scotts Pond Dam last inspected?
Scotts Pond Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.