Thomas Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Thomas Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 85.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02144 |
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
W F PAPKE III INCOME/EXPENSE LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomas Pond Dam?
Thomas 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 Thomas Pond Dam?
Thomas Pond Dam is owned by W F PAPKE III INCOME/EXPENSE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas Pond Dam built?
Thomas Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Pond Dam?
Thomas 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 Thomas Pond Dam?
Thomas Pond Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Pond Dam last inspected?
Thomas Pond Dam was last inspected on August 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.