Neels Pond

TR-WELCH CREEK· Newberry, South Carolina· Built 1955· 18 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Neels Pond is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. 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 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDSC01087

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: June 25, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

SHELBY JEAN FULMER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Neels Pond?

Neels Pond 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 Neels Pond?

Neels Pond is owned by SHELBY JEAN FULMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Neels Pond built?

Neels Pond was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Neels Pond?

Neels Pond 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 Neels Pond?

Neels Pond 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 Neels Pond last inspected?

Neels Pond was last inspected on June 25, 2021. 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.