Boyle Pond Dam

CANE SAVANNAH CREEK· Sumter, South Carolina· Built 1957· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Boyle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage640 acre-ft
Surface Area160 acres
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDSC01431

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 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BOYLES POND HOA INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boyle Pond Dam?

Boyle 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 Boyle Pond Dam?

Boyle Pond Dam is owned by BOYLES POND HOA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boyle Pond Dam built?

Boyle Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Boyle Pond Dam?

Boyle 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 Boyle Pond Dam?

Boyle 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 Boyle Pond Dam last inspected?

Boyle Pond Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2022. 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.