Pooles Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wa Jones Pond Dam Webb Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pooles Pond Dam, also known as Mallie Poole Dam, is a privately-owned structure in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1954, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans a length of 640 feet along the TR-TAMPA CREEK. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a serene backdrop for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its low hazard potential, Pooles Pond Dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition as of the last inspection in July 2017. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, with a total storage of 102 acre-feet. Situated within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam is under state regulation by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), ensuring that it is regularly inspected and enforced for safety compliance.
For those interested in exploring the intersection of water resources and climate change, Pooles Pond Dam serves as a valuable case study. With its historical significance, recreational purpose, and ongoing regulatory oversight, this dam presents an opportunity to understand the complexities of managing and maintaining water infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
640 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TAMPA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Pooles Pond Dam