Hill Pond Dam

TR-LEE SWAMP· Sumter, South Carolina· Built 1955· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 5.2% in SC)
Max Storage119 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDSC01410

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: April 18, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

EDENS FAMILY PROPERTIES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hill Pond Dam?

Hill 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 Hill Pond Dam?

Hill Pond Dam is owned by EDENS FAMILY PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hill Pond Dam built?

Hill Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Hill Pond Dam?

Hill 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 Hill Pond Dam?

Hill Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Hill Pond Dam last inspected?

Hill Pond Dam was last inspected on April 18, 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.