Walters Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Walters Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 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 | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02263 |
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
BARBARA AND WILLIAM F STOLL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walters Pond Dam?
Walters 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 Walters Pond Dam?
Walters Pond Dam is owned by BARBARA AND WILLIAM F STOLL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walters Pond Dam built?
Walters Pond Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Walters Pond Dam?
Walters 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 Walters Pond Dam?
Walters Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Walters Pond Dam last inspected?
Walters Pond Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.