Whaley Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Whaley Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 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 | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01838 |
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
FOXBANK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whaley Pond Dam?
Whaley 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 Whaley Pond Dam?
Whaley Pond Dam is owned by FOXBANK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whaley Pond Dam built?
Whaley Pond Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Whaley Pond Dam?
Whaley 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 Whaley Pond Dam?
Whaley Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Whaley Pond Dam last inspected?
Whaley Pond Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.