Watson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Watson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01830 |
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
WILDERNESS POINT LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Watson Pond Dam?
Watson 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 Watson Pond Dam?
Watson Pond Dam is owned by WILDERNESS POINT LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Watson Pond Dam built?
Watson Pond Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Watson Pond Dam?
Watson Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Watson Pond Dam?
Watson Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Watson Pond Dam last inspected?
Watson Pond Dam was last inspected on August 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.