Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00745 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BETTY CANTRELL JOHNSON;SMITH & MCBRIDE PROPERTIES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam?
Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam?
Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam is owned by BETTY CANTRELL JOHNSON;SMITH & MCBRIDE PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam built?
Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam?
Smith-Cantrell 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 Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam?
Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam last inspected?
Smith-Cantrell Pond Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.