Wiedeman Pond Dam

TR-BEAR CREEK· Kershaw, South Carolina· Built 1963· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wiedeman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDSC01484

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: March 24, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

ANNELL WIEDEMANN

Private

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R W Cokers Pond Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wiedeman Pond Dam?

Wiedeman 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 Wiedeman Pond Dam?

Wiedeman Pond Dam is owned by ANNELL WIEDEMANN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wiedeman Pond Dam built?

Wiedeman Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Wiedeman Pond Dam?

Wiedeman 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 Wiedeman Pond Dam?

Wiedeman Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Wiedeman Pond Dam last inspected?

Wiedeman Pond Dam was last inspected on March 24, 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.