Kesler Pond Dam

TR-SALUDA RIVER· Newberry, South Carolina· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kesler Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
NID IDSC02556

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: October 9, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

VIVIAN K KESLER ETAL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kesler Pond Dam?

Kesler 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 Kesler Pond Dam?

Kesler Pond Dam is owned by VIVIAN K KESLER ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kesler Pond Dam?

Kesler 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 Kesler Pond Dam?

Kesler Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Kesler Pond Dam last inspected?

Kesler Pond Dam was last inspected on October 9, 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.