Dobsons Pond Dam

TR-LITTLE SALKEHATCHIE RIVER· Bamberg, South Carolina· Built 1959· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Dobsons Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC)
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDSC01620

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 22, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MARGARET L DOBSON ESTATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dobsons Pond Dam?

Dobsons 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 Dobsons Pond Dam?

Dobsons Pond Dam is owned by MARGARET L DOBSON ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dobsons Pond Dam built?

Dobsons Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Dobsons Pond Dam?

Dobsons Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dobsons Pond Dam?

Dobsons Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Dobsons Pond Dam last inspected?

Dobsons Pond Dam was last inspected on August 22, 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.