Boling Pond Dam

BUCKHORN CREEK· Greenville, South Carolina· Built 1989· 25 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Boling Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 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 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDSC02331

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: March 31, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LAKE BOLING ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boling Pond Dam?

Boling 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 Boling Pond Dam?

Boling Pond Dam is owned by LAKE BOLING ESTATES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boling Pond Dam built?

Boling Pond Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Boling Pond Dam?

Boling 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 Boling Pond Dam?

Boling Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Boling Pond Dam last inspected?

Boling Pond Dam was last inspected on March 31, 2023. 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.