Teal Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Teal Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00108 |
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
SOUTHEASTERN LAND MANAGEMENT LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Teal Millpond Dam?
Teal Millpond 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 Teal Millpond Dam?
Teal Millpond Dam is owned by SOUTHEASTERN LAND MANAGEMENT LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Teal Millpond Dam built?
Teal Millpond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Teal Millpond Dam?
Teal 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 Teal Millpond Dam?
Teal Millpond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Teal Millpond Dam last inspected?
Teal Millpond Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.