Edisto Rec Pond Dam

TOBY CREEK· Barnwell, South Carolina· Built 1968· 15 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Edisto Rec Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage188 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDSC01674

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 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

CLEMSON UNIVERSITY

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edisto Rec Pond Dam?

Edisto Rec 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 Edisto Rec Pond Dam?

Edisto Rec Pond Dam is owned by CLEMSON UNIVERSITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edisto Rec Pond Dam built?

Edisto Rec Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Edisto Rec Pond Dam?

Edisto Rec 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 Edisto Rec Pond Dam?

Edisto Rec 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 Edisto Rec Pond Dam last inspected?

Edisto Rec Pond Dam was last inspected on May 3, 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.