Wilkes Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wilkes 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 Storage | 311 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SC01875 |
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
CHRIS STEVEN BEASLEY AND JESSICA ADAMS BEASLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilkes Millpond Dam?
Wilkes 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 Wilkes Millpond Dam?
Wilkes Millpond Dam is owned by CHRIS STEVEN BEASLEY AND JESSICA ADAMS BEASLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wilkes Millpond Dam?
Wilkes 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 Wilkes Millpond Dam?
Wilkes 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.