Metze Pond Dam

TR-HOPE CREEK· Richland, South Carolina· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Metze Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC)
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
NID IDSCD0540

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 26, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

James Kenneth Metze

Private

Nearby Dams

Sidney Bouknight Dam

Richland, SC

High Hazard 23 ft

Nicholas Creek Dam

Richland, SC

Significant Hazard 23 ft

Hawkins Pond Dam

Fairfield, SC

Low Hazard 23 ft

Little Coldstream Dam

Lexington, SC

High Hazard 21 ft

Harbison Structure 9

Lexington, SC

High Hazard 32 ft

Nursery Hill Dam

Lexington, SC

High Hazard 25 ft

Lake Quail Valley Dam

Lexington, SC

High Hazard 25 ft

Big Coldstream Dam

Lexington, SC

Significant Hazard 18 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Metze Pond Dam?

Metze Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Metze Pond Dam?

Metze Pond Dam is owned by James Kenneth Metze (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Metze Pond Dam?

Metze Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Metze Pond Dam?

Metze Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Metze Pond Dam last inspected?

Metze Pond Dam was last inspected on October 26, 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.