Wannamaker Pond Dam

TR-ROBERTS SWAMP· Orangeburg, South Carolina· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wannamaker Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDSC02506

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: July 21, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

PAULA GAY WANNAMAKER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wannamaker Pond Dam?

Wannamaker 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 Wannamaker Pond Dam?

Wannamaker Pond Dam is owned by PAULA GAY WANNAMAKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wannamaker Pond Dam?

Wannamaker 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 Wannamaker Pond Dam?

Wannamaker 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 Wannamaker Pond Dam last inspected?

Wannamaker Pond Dam was last inspected on July 21, 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.