Mattie J's Pond Dam
Mattie J's Pond Dam is a dam located in Lee County, South Carolina, built in 1931. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification and has a poor condition assessment.
About Mattie J's Pond Dam
The primary purpose of Mattie J's Pond Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. It impounds the Casual Branch.
The dam stands 17 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 13 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 164 acre-feet. Completed in 1931, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
Its condition is rated poor, meaning the dam has recognized safety deficiencies that require remediation to address risks. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 04/08/2019.
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Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Lee |
| River/Stream | Casual Branch |
| Coordinates | 34.07970, -80.20280 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | 17 ft |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 04/08/2019 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | SCD02422 |
| Federal ID | SCD02422 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |