Edisto Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Edisto Pond Dam, also known as Edisto Exp Sta Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Barnwell, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 530 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 188 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, offering a surface area of 20 acres for enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its low hazard potential, Edisto Pond Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of August 2017. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), with state-mandated inspections and enforcement in place to ensure public safety. The dam is situated on Toby Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Edisto Pond Dam presents an opportunity to explore the intersection of human infrastructure with natural ecosystems. As a recreational dam, it provides both enjoyment for visitors and a potential case study for the management of aging earth structures in a changing climate. With ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water resources to ensure long-term sustainability.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TOBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Nid Storage |
188 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Edisto Pond Dam