Teals Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Teals Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01883 |
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
PHYLLIS K TEAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Teals Pond Dam?
Teals Pond 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 Teals Pond Dam?
Teals Pond Dam is owned by PHYLLIS K TEAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Teals Pond Dam built?
Teals Pond Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Teals Pond Dam?
Teals Pond 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 Teals Pond Dam?
Teals Pond 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 Teals Pond Dam last inspected?
Teals Pond Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.