Scott Pond Dam

LONG BRANCH· Edgefield, South Carolina· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Scott 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 Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
NID IDSC02497

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: Yes
Last Inspection: January 25, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TITAN FARMS LLC

Private

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Clark Dubose Pond Dam

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Guy Rutland Pond Dam

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Marietta Jackson Dam

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L F Holmes Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Scott Pond Dam?

Scott 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 Scott Pond Dam?

Scott Pond Dam is owned by TITAN FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Scott Pond Dam?

Scott 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 Scott Pond Dam?

Scott 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 Scott Pond Dam last inspected?

Scott Pond Dam was last inspected on January 25, 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.