Herndon Pond Dam

TOWN CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1938· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Herndon Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage165 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDSC00346

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 8, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TOWN CREEK PARTNERS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Herndon Pond Dam?

Herndon 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 Herndon Pond Dam?

Herndon Pond Dam is owned by TOWN CREEK PARTNERS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Herndon Pond Dam built?

Herndon Pond Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Herndon Pond Dam?

Herndon 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 Herndon Pond Dam?

Herndon 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 Herndon Pond Dam last inspected?

Herndon Pond Dam was last inspected on August 8, 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.