Spigeners Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Spigeners Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01547 |
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
SPIGENERS POND LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spigeners Pond Dam?
Spigeners 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 Spigeners Pond Dam?
Spigeners Pond Dam is owned by SPIGENERS POND LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spigeners Pond Dam built?
Spigeners Pond Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Spigeners Pond Dam?
Spigeners 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 Spigeners Pond Dam?
Spigeners Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Spigeners Pond Dam last inspected?
Spigeners Pond Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.