Thelma Gibson Pond Dam

DEADFALL SWAMP· Orangeburg, South Carolina· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Thelma Gibson 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 11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC)
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDSC02505

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 24, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

ROY S AND SANDI R LINDSEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Thelma Gibson Pond Dam?

Thelma Gibson 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 Thelma Gibson Pond Dam?

Thelma Gibson Pond Dam is owned by ROY S AND SANDI R LINDSEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Thelma Gibson Pond Dam?

Thelma Gibson 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 Thelma Gibson Pond Dam?

Thelma Gibson Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Thelma Gibson Pond Dam last inspected?

Thelma Gibson Pond Dam was last inspected on January 24, 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.