Guy Rutland Pond Dam

BOG BRANCH· Edgefield, South Carolina· Built 1986· 24 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Guy Rutland Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC)
Max Storage157 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDSC02316

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 16, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TITAN FARMS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Guy Rutland Pond Dam?

Guy Rutland 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 Guy Rutland Pond Dam?

Guy Rutland Pond Dam is owned by TITAN FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Guy Rutland Pond Dam built?

Guy Rutland Pond Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Guy Rutland Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Guy Rutland Pond Dam?

Guy Rutland Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Guy Rutland Pond Dam last inspected?

Guy Rutland Pond Dam was last inspected on September 16, 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.