Smiths Pond Dam

TR-BEASLEY CREEK· Richland, South Carolina· Built 1967· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Smiths Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC)
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDSC00077

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: April 5, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

HOLLY BLUFF HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smiths Pond Dam?

Smiths 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 Smiths Pond Dam?

Smiths Pond Dam is owned by HOLLY BLUFF HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Smiths Pond Dam built?

Smiths Pond Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Smiths Pond Dam?

Smiths 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 Smiths Pond Dam?

Smiths 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 Smiths Pond Dam last inspected?

Smiths Pond Dam was last inspected on April 5, 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.