Samuels Pond Dam

SHAW CREEK· Edgefield, South Carolina· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC)
Max Storage268 acre-ft
Normal Storage158 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
NID IDSCD5047

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: No
Last Inspection: October 26, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JAMIE AND HAROLD ALTMAN;RUBIE H YONCE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Samuels Pond Dam?

Samuels 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 Samuels Pond Dam?

Samuels Pond Dam is owned by JAMIE AND HAROLD ALTMAN;RUBIE H YONCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Samuels Pond Dam?

Samuels 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 Samuels Pond Dam?

Samuels Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Samuels Pond Dam last inspected?

Samuels Pond Dam was last inspected on October 26, 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.