Sycamore Pond Dam

FOX BRANCH· Chesterfield, South Carolina· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Sycamore Pond Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage235 acre-ft
NID IDSC01899

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 9, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sycamore Pond Dam?

Sycamore Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Sycamore Pond Dam?

Sycamore Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sycamore Pond Dam?

Sycamore Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sycamore Pond Dam?

Sycamore Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Sycamore Pond Dam last inspected?

Sycamore Pond Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.