Nisbet Pond Dam 2

TODD BRANCH· Lancaster, South Carolina· Built 1950· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Nisbet Pond Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDSC00128

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: September 8, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

RICHARD A ASHLEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nisbet Pond Dam 2?

Nisbet Pond Dam 2 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 Nisbet Pond Dam 2?

Nisbet Pond Dam 2 is owned by RICHARD A ASHLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nisbet Pond Dam 2 built?

Nisbet Pond Dam 2 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Nisbet Pond Dam 2?

Nisbet Pond Dam 2 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 Nisbet Pond Dam 2?

Nisbet Pond Dam 2 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 Nisbet Pond Dam 2 last inspected?

Nisbet Pond Dam 2 was last inspected on September 8, 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.