Wright Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wright Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| NID ID | SC02541 |
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
PAN AFRICAN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wright Pond Dam?
Wright 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 Wright Pond Dam?
Wright Pond Dam is owned by PAN AFRICAN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wright Pond Dam?
Wright 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 Wright Pond Dam?
Wright Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Wright Pond Dam last inspected?
Wright Pond Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.