Spiveys Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Spiveys Millpond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1810 and is 216 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 | 8 ft (taller than 1.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1810 (216 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01962 |
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
ROBERT R MILLER AND T G MILLER JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spiveys Millpond Dam?
Spiveys Millpond 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 Spiveys Millpond Dam?
Spiveys Millpond Dam is owned by ROBERT R MILLER AND T G MILLER JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spiveys Millpond Dam built?
Spiveys Millpond Dam was completed in 1810, making it 216 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 Spiveys Millpond Dam?
Spiveys Millpond 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 Spiveys Millpond Dam?
Spiveys Millpond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Spiveys Millpond Dam last inspected?
Spiveys Millpond Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.