Shannon Pond Dam

TR-COWPEN SWAMP· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1970· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Shannon Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC)
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDSC01599

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: March 21, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MICHAEL S ZBORAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shannon Pond Dam?

Shannon 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 Shannon Pond Dam?

Shannon Pond Dam is owned by MICHAEL S ZBORAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Shannon Pond Dam built?

Shannon Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Shannon Pond Dam?

Shannon 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 Shannon Pond Dam?

Shannon Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Shannon Pond Dam last inspected?

Shannon Pond Dam was last inspected on March 21, 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.