Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 87.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02190 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UCP BATTLEGROUND LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam?
Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam?
Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam is owned by UCP BATTLEGROUND LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam built?
Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam?
Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam?
Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam last inspected?
Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.