Johns Pond Dam

TR-CHOESTOEA CREEK· Oconee, South Carolina· Built 1954· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Johns Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 86.3% in SC)
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDSC01196

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 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

OTTO M AND PAULINE TYSLAND

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johns Pond Dam?

Johns 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 Johns Pond Dam?

Johns Pond Dam is owned by OTTO M AND PAULINE TYSLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Johns Pond Dam built?

Johns Pond Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Johns Pond Dam?

Johns 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 Johns Pond Dam?

Johns Pond Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Johns Pond Dam last inspected?

Johns Pond Dam was last inspected on April 26, 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.