Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01464 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SOUTH LAKE INC;SUNNYHILL NORTH LAKE INC
Private
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Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam?
Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam?
Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam is owned by SOUTH LAKE INC;SUNNYHILL NORTH LAKE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam built?
Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Sunny Hill Pond Dam?
Upper Sunny 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 Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam?
Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Sunny Hill Pond Dam last inspected?
Upper Sunny Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.