Tolleson Pond Dam

BULL SWAMP CREEK· Lexington, South Carolina· 16 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tolleson 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 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage156 acre-ft
Normal Storage102 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
NID IDSCD5048

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: No
Last Inspection: October 24, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

IVIE LYNNE TOLLESON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tolleson Pond Dam?

Tolleson 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 Tolleson Pond Dam?

Tolleson Pond Dam is owned by IVIE LYNNE TOLLESON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tolleson Pond Dam?

Tolleson 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 Tolleson Pond Dam?

Tolleson Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Tolleson Pond Dam last inspected?

Tolleson Pond Dam was last inspected on October 24, 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.