Upper Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01298 |
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
DR. KATHERINE FELDI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Pond Dam?
Upper 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 Upper Pond Dam?
Upper Pond Dam is owned by DR. KATHERINE FELDI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Pond Dam built?
Upper Pond Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Upper Pond Dam?
Upper 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 Upper Pond Dam?
Upper Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Upper Pond Dam last inspected?
Upper Pond Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.