Woodson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 318 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00541 |
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
WOODSON LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodson Pond Dam?
Woodson 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 Woodson Pond Dam?
Woodson Pond Dam is owned by WOODSON LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodson Pond Dam built?
Woodson Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Woodson Pond Dam?
Woodson 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 Woodson Pond Dam?
Woodson Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Woodson Pond Dam last inspected?
Woodson Pond Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.