Simpson Station Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 86.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01701 |
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
CLEMSON UNIVERSITY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Simpson Station Pond Dam 1?
Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 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 Simpson Station Pond Dam 1?
Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 is owned by CLEMSON UNIVERSITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 built?
Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Simpson Station Pond Dam 1?
Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Simpson Station Pond Dam 1?
Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 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 Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Simpson Station Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on June 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.