Sulton Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sulton Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01608 |
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
LEMUEL SULTON AND JOSEPH RAINARD SULTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sulton Pond Dam?
Sulton 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 Sulton Pond Dam?
Sulton Pond Dam is owned by LEMUEL SULTON AND JOSEPH RAINARD SULTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sulton Pond Dam built?
Sulton Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Sulton Pond Dam?
Sulton 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 Sulton Pond Dam?
Sulton Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Sulton Pond Dam last inspected?
Sulton Pond Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.