Thelma Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Thelma Hill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| NID ID | SC02520 |
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
DAVID A & JANET L RISNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thelma Hill Pond Dam?
Thelma Hill 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 Thelma Hill Pond Dam?
Thelma Hill Pond Dam is owned by DAVID A & JANET L RISNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Thelma Hill Pond Dam?
Thelma Hill 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 Thelma Hill Pond Dam?
Thelma Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Thelma Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Thelma Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.