Bolens Pond Dam

TR-WHALEY CREEK· Barnwell, South Carolina· Built 1958· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bolens Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDSC01670

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: August 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BONETTA S BOLEN;TERI B SANDERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bolens Pond Dam?

Bolens 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 Bolens Pond Dam?

Bolens Pond Dam is owned by BONETTA S BOLEN;TERI B SANDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bolens Pond Dam built?

Bolens Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Bolens Pond Dam?

Bolens 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 Bolens Pond Dam?

Bolens Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Bolens Pond Dam last inspected?

Bolens Pond Dam was last inspected on August 16, 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.