Singletary Millpond
Key Takeaway
Singletary Millpond is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1898 (128 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01504 |
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
LARRY B SMITH JR AND MELISSA A SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Singletary Millpond?
Singletary Millpond 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 Singletary Millpond?
Singletary Millpond is owned by LARRY B SMITH JR AND MELISSA A SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Singletary Millpond built?
Singletary Millpond was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Singletary Millpond?
Singletary Millpond 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 Singletary Millpond?
Singletary Millpond has a dam height of 13 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 Singletary Millpond last inspected?
Singletary Millpond was last inspected on November 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.