Hicks Pond Dam

TR-CHAUGA RIVER· Oconee, South Carolina· Built 1969· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hicks Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDSC01193

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: May 4, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

WOODS FIELDS LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hicks Pond Dam?

Hicks 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 Hicks Pond Dam?

Hicks Pond Dam is owned by WOODS FIELDS LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hicks Pond Dam built?

Hicks Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hicks Pond Dam?

Hicks 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 Hicks Pond Dam?

Hicks Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Hicks Pond Dam last inspected?

Hicks Pond Dam was last inspected on May 4, 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.