Clarks Pond Dam

TR-LEMON CREEK· Bamberg, South Carolina· Built 1963· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clarks Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC)
Max Storage85 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDSC01618

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 21, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JOHNNY F AND ANNIE LAURA STILL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clarks Pond Dam?

Clarks 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 Clarks Pond Dam?

Clarks Pond Dam is owned by JOHNNY F AND ANNIE LAURA STILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clarks Pond Dam built?

Clarks Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Clarks Pond Dam?

Clarks 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 Clarks Pond Dam?

Clarks Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Clarks Pond Dam last inspected?

Clarks Pond Dam was last inspected on August 21, 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.