Wm Davis Pond Dam

TR-GIBSON BRANCH· Orangeburg, South Carolina· Built 1964· 17 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wm Davis Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC)
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDSC02120

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: November 18, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

W MILLER DAVIS FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wm Davis Pond Dam?

Wm Davis 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 Wm Davis Pond Dam?

Wm Davis Pond Dam is owned by W MILLER DAVIS FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wm Davis Pond Dam built?

Wm Davis Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Wm Davis Pond Dam?

Wm Davis 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 Wm Davis Pond Dam?

Wm Davis Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Wm Davis Pond Dam last inspected?

Wm Davis Pond Dam was last inspected on November 18, 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.