Thomas Pellett Dam
Key Takeaway
Thomas Pellett Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02062 |
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
PELLETT WALKER FARM LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomas Pellett Dam?
Thomas Pellett 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 Thomas Pellett Dam?
Thomas Pellett Dam is owned by PELLETT WALKER FARM LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas Pellett Dam built?
Thomas Pellett Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Thomas Pellett Dam?
Thomas Pellett 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 Thomas Pellett Dam?
Thomas Pellett 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 Thomas Pellett Dam last inspected?
Thomas Pellett Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.