Turners Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Turners Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01633 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOHN D TURNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Turners Pond Dam?
Turners Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Turners Pond Dam?
Turners Pond Dam is owned by JOHN D TURNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turners Pond Dam built?
Turners Pond Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Turners Pond Dam?
Turners 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 Turners Pond Dam?
Turners Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Turners Pond Dam last inspected?
Turners Pond Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.