Boyd Pond Dam

TOWN CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1910· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Boyd Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage172 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDSC00352

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

AIKEN LAND CONSERVANCY INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boyd Pond Dam?

Boyd 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 Boyd Pond Dam?

Boyd Pond Dam is owned by AIKEN LAND CONSERVANCY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boyd Pond Dam built?

Boyd Pond Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Boyd Pond Dam?

Boyd 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 Boyd Pond Dam?

Boyd 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 Boyd Pond Dam last inspected?

Boyd 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.