Webb Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Busbees Pond Dam Pooles Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Webb Dam, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, was completed in 1957 and stands at a height of 10 feet with a length of 770 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam, primarily used for recreation, spans across Tampa Creek and has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was deemed unsatisfactory during its last inspection in March 2018.
Owned privately, Webb Dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting processes. While its purpose is mainly recreational, the dam's associated structures, if any, were not specified. With a surface area of 13 acres, the dam's location and surroundings provide a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.
Although the dam's risk assessment, emergency action plan, and inundation maps were not detailed in the data, its operation and management fall outside the purview of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). With Joe Wilson representing the area in Congress, Webb Dam serves as a vital water resource and recreational hub in Orangeburg County. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of this structure and its impact on the local ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
770 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TAMPA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Webb Dam