Goodwill Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Freemans Pond Dam Morris Pond
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Goodwill Pond Dam, located in Richland, South Carolina, is a private dam built in 1967 primarily for recreation purposes along Colonels Creek.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 10 feet and stretching 1785 feet in length, this earth dam with buttress core types offers a serene surface area of 65 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a very high risk due to its poor condition assessment, last evaluated in 2017.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Goodwill Pond Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With a normal storage capacity of 182 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 312 acre-feet, the dam provides a peaceful recreational area while maintaining flood control measures along the creek. The dam's controlled spillway type and low hazard potential further emphasize its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
As a key part of the Savannah District and under the jurisdiction of the state of South Carolina, Goodwill Pond Dam serves as a vital structure for both recreational activities and water management strategies. Despite its high risk assessment, continued monitoring and maintenance efforts are crucial to ensure the safety and sustainability of this essential water resource for local communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1785 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
COLONELS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
65 |
Nid Storage |
312 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
68cfs |
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1740cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
9cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
2800cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
780cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Goodwill Pond Dam