Rileys Pond Dam

BATES MILL CREEK· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1885· 14 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rileys Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 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 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC)
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Year Completed1885 (141 years old)
NID IDSC00576

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: January 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

FURMAN M PRICKETT JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rileys Pond Dam?

Rileys Pond Dam 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 Rileys Pond Dam?

Rileys Pond Dam is owned by FURMAN M PRICKETT JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rileys Pond Dam built?

Rileys Pond Dam was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Rileys Pond Dam?

Rileys 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 Rileys Pond Dam?

Rileys Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Rileys Pond Dam last inspected?

Rileys Pond Dam was last inspected on January 13, 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.