Smoak Pond Dam

TR-CAW CAW SWAMP· Orangeburg, South Carolina· 21 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Smoak Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC)
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
NID IDSC02428

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: Yes
Last Inspection: April 11, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JASON AND MARSHA QUAY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smoak Pond Dam?

Smoak 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 Smoak Pond Dam?

Smoak Pond Dam is owned by JASON AND MARSHA QUAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Smoak Pond Dam?

Smoak 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 Smoak Pond Dam?

Smoak Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Smoak Pond Dam last inspected?

Smoak Pond Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2023. 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.