Denny Pond Dam

TR-LYNCHES RIVER· Lee, South Carolina· Built 1957· 12 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Denny Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 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 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC)
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDSC01636

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 26, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DENGAR INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Denny Pond Dam?

Denny 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 Denny Pond Dam?

Denny Pond Dam is owned by DENGAR INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Denny Pond Dam built?

Denny 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 Denny Pond Dam?

Denny 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 Denny Pond Dam?

Denny Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Denny Pond Dam last inspected?

Denny Pond Dam was last inspected on March 26, 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.