Edwards Pond Dam

TR-HALFWAY SWAMP CREEK· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1950· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Edwards Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDSC01579

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: March 10, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

GREGORY AND HARRY E EDWARDS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edwards Pond Dam?

Edwards 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 Edwards Pond Dam?

Edwards Pond Dam is owned by GREGORY AND HARRY E EDWARDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edwards Pond Dam built?

Edwards Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Edwards Pond Dam?

Edwards 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 Edwards Pond Dam?

Edwards Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Edwards Pond Dam last inspected?

Edwards Pond Dam was last inspected on March 10, 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.