Parkman Pond Dam

TR-TOWN CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1993· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Parkman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC)
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDSC02665

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

Ownership

C GARY SWINT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Parkman Pond Dam?

Parkman 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 Parkman Pond Dam?

Parkman Pond Dam is owned by C GARY SWINT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Parkman Pond Dam built?

Parkman Pond Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Parkman Pond Dam?

Parkman Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Parkman Pond Dam?

Parkman Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Parkman Pond Dam last inspected?

Parkman Pond Dam was last inspected on August 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.