Jb Tankersley Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Jb Tankersley Pond Dam, located in Greenville, South Carolina, stands as a private-owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1954, this earth dam boasts a height of 43 feet and a length of 216 feet, providing a surface area of 4 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite its recreational allure, the dam poses a high hazard potential and is currently in poor condition, as indicated by a recent assessment conducted in December 2019.

The dam's association with Jane Branch and its significant storage capacity of 165 acre-feet make it a crucial element in the region's water resource management. However, the dam's poor condition and high hazard potential highlight the need for immediate attention and potential remediation efforts to ensure public safety and safeguard the surrounding ecosystem. With the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control overseeing its regulation, inspection, and enforcement, the dam's future remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.

As the Charleston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers monitors the dam's status, the presence of potential risks and the need for enhanced emergency preparedness measures underscore the importance of proactive management and maintenance strategies. With a focus on ensuring the safety and integrity of the dam, stakeholders are urged to work together to address the dam's current condition and mitigate any potential threats to the surrounding community and environment. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the resilience and adaptability of structures like Jb Tankersley Pond Dam will be crucial in ensuring the sustainable management of water sources in the future.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

216

Dam Height

43

River Or Stream

JANE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Nid Storage

165

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

43
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.