Wallace Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wallace Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 631 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Year Completed | 1870 (156 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00635 |
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
J C EVERETT PROPERTIES LLC;MCLEOD PARTNERS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wallace Pond Dam?
Wallace 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 Wallace Pond Dam?
Wallace Pond Dam is owned by J C EVERETT PROPERTIES LLC;MCLEOD PARTNERS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wallace Pond Dam built?
Wallace Pond Dam was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Wallace Pond Dam?
Wallace Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wallace Pond Dam?
Wallace 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 Wallace Pond Dam last inspected?
Wallace Pond Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.