Chapman Pond Dam

CEDAR CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1948· 21 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Chapman Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 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 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC)
Max Storage248 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)
NID IDSC00311

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: No
Last Inspection: May 18, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TIMOTHY CHAPMAN ETAL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chapman Pond Dam?

Chapman 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 Chapman Pond Dam?

Chapman Pond Dam is owned by TIMOTHY CHAPMAN ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Chapman Pond Dam built?

Chapman 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 Chapman Pond Dam?

Chapman 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 Chapman Pond Dam?

Chapman Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Chapman Pond Dam last inspected?

Chapman Pond Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2021. 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.