Trust Pond Dam

TR-LITTLE HORSE CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1968· 30 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Trust Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. 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 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC)
Max Storage109 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDSC00317

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: No
Last Inspection: June 11, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LAKES AND STREAMS HOMEOWNERS ASSOC INC 

Private

Nearby Dams

Sudlow Lake Dam

Aiken, SC

High Hazard 23 ft

Palmetto Place Dam

Aiken, SC

Low Hazard 18 ft

Misty Lake Dam

Aiken, SC

High Hazard 19 ft

Clearwater Lake Dam

Aiken, SC

High Hazard 20 ft

Baker Pond Dam

Aiken, SC

High Hazard 25 ft

Laurel Lake Dam

Aiken, SC

High Hazard 30 ft

Rainbow Falls Dam

Aiken, SC

Low Hazard 13 ft

Langley Pond Dam

Aiken, SC

High Hazard 33 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trust Pond Dam?

Trust 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 Trust Pond Dam?

Trust Pond Dam is owned by LAKES AND STREAMS HOMEOWNERS ASSOC INC  (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trust Pond Dam built?

Trust Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Trust Pond Dam?

Trust 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 Trust Pond Dam?

Trust Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Trust Pond Dam last inspected?

Trust Pond Dam was last inspected on June 11, 2021. 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.