W J Jackson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
W J Jackson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01924 |
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
BIT OF PINEWOOD LLC;JOAN K LEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of W J Jackson Pond Dam?
W J Jackson 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 W J Jackson Pond Dam?
W J Jackson Pond Dam is owned by BIT OF PINEWOOD LLC;JOAN K LEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was W J Jackson Pond Dam built?
W J Jackson Pond 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 W J Jackson Pond Dam?
W J Jackson 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 W J Jackson Pond Dam?
W J Jackson Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 W J Jackson Pond Dam last inspected?
W J Jackson Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.