Shepherds Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Shepherds Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 86.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01158 |
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
J + G SC INVESTMENTS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shepherds Pond Dam?
Shepherds 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 Shepherds Pond Dam?
Shepherds Pond Dam is owned by J + G SC INVESTMENTS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shepherds Pond Dam built?
Shepherds 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 Shepherds Pond Dam?
Shepherds 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 Shepherds Pond Dam?
Shepherds Pond Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Shepherds Pond Dam last inspected?
Shepherds Pond Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.