Adams Pond Dam

BULLOCK CREEK· York, South Carolina· Built 1946· 26 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Adams Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC)
Max Storage189 acre-ft
Normal Storage170 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Year Completed1946 (80 years old)
NID IDSC00662

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 3, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

OQUA DAWN LOVELACE AND VICKY BLANTON;SEAN TOLODZIECKI

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adams Pond Dam?

Adams Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Adams Pond Dam?

Adams Pond Dam is owned by OQUA DAWN LOVELACE AND VICKY BLANTON;SEAN TOLODZIECKI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adams Pond Dam built?

Adams Pond Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Adams Pond Dam?

Adams 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 Adams Pond Dam?

Adams Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Adams Pond Dam last inspected?

Adams Pond Dam was last inspected on December 3, 2021. 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.