Falls Pond Dam

ROCK BRANCH· Calhoun, South Carolina· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Falls Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC)
Max Storage101 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
NID IDSC02290

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 23, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BETTY ANN DAVIS SMITH TRUSTEE;RUSSSELL EARLE SMITH TRUSTEE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Falls Pond Dam?

Falls Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Falls Pond Dam?

Falls Pond Dam is owned by BETTY ANN DAVIS SMITH TRUSTEE;RUSSSELL EARLE SMITH TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Falls Pond Dam?

Falls 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 Falls Pond Dam?

Falls Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Falls Pond Dam last inspected?

Falls Pond Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2020. 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.