Shulls Pond Dam

GARDNER BRANCH· Orangeburg, South Carolina· Built 1942· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Shulls Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Year Completed1942 (84 years old)
NID IDSC02094

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: July 11, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DAVID W AND SUSAN S FULMER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shulls Pond Dam?

Shulls 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 Shulls Pond Dam?

Shulls Pond Dam is owned by DAVID W AND SUSAN S FULMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Shulls Pond Dam built?

Shulls Pond Dam was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Shulls Pond Dam?

Shulls 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 Shulls Pond Dam?

Shulls Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Shulls Pond Dam last inspected?

Shulls Pond Dam was last inspected on July 11, 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.