Beckham Pond Dam

SADDLER SWAMP· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1948· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Beckham Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage109 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)
NID IDSC00604

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: March 15, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

CHARLES F AND KATHLEEN B HORGER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beckham Pond Dam?

Beckham 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 Beckham Pond Dam?

Beckham Pond Dam is owned by CHARLES F AND KATHLEEN B HORGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Beckham Pond Dam built?

Beckham Pond Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Beckham Pond Dam?

Beckham 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 Beckham Pond Dam?

Beckham Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Beckham Pond Dam last inspected?

Beckham Pond Dam was last inspected on March 15, 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.