Adams Pond

TR-SANDY RUN CREEK· Newberry, South Carolina· Built 1965· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Adams Pond is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC)
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDSC01084

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 6, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BAKER ENTERPRISES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adams Pond?

Adams Pond 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 Adams Pond?

Adams Pond is owned by BAKER ENTERPRISES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adams Pond built?

Adams Pond was completed in 1965, making it 61 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?

Adams Pond serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Adams Pond?

Adams Pond 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 last inspected?

Adams Pond was last inspected on October 6, 2017. 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.