Idlewild Pond Dam

TR-BRIAR BRANCH· Sumter, South Carolina· Built 1930· 12 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Idlewild Pond Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC)
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDSC01446

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Idlewild Pond Dam?

Idlewild Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Idlewild Pond Dam?

Idlewild Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Idlewild Pond Dam built?

Idlewild Pond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Idlewild Pond Dam?

Idlewild 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 Idlewild Pond Dam?

Idlewild Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Idlewild Pond Dam last inspected?

Idlewild 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.