Jordan Pond Dam

CLEAR CREEK· Greenville, South Carolina· 21 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jordan Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC)
Max Storage	72 acre-ft
Normal Storage	55 acre-ft

Surface Area	8 acres
NID ID	SC02337

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: March 14, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

STONELEDGES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jordan Pond Dam?

Jordan Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Jordan Pond Dam?

Jordan Pond Dam is owned by STONELEDGES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jordan Pond Dam?

Jordan 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 Jordan Pond Dam?

Jordan Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Jordan Pond Dam last inspected?

Jordan Pond Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2022. 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.