Whites Millpond Dam

WHITES MILL BRANCH· Sumter, South Carolina· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Whites Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.3% in SC)
Max Storage276 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
NID IDSC01418

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 18, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

WHITES MILL COLONY INC

Private

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Second Millpond Dam

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Upper Deerfield Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whites Millpond Dam?

Whites Millpond 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 Whites Millpond Dam?

Whites Millpond Dam is owned by WHITES MILL COLONY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Whites Millpond Dam?

Whites Millpond 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 Whites Millpond Dam?

Whites Millpond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Whites Millpond Dam last inspected?

Whites Millpond Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.