Barnnets Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: West Lake Farms Dam Lake Columbia Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Barnnets Pond Dam, also known as The Lake At Columbia Dam, is a private earth dam located in Richland, South Carolina.
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Summary
Built in 1954, this recreational dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a length of 500 feet, with a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, offering a surface area of 9 acres for activities such as boating and fishing.
Despite its low hazard potential, Barnnets Pond Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of March 2017. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), which conducts regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards. While the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, there are currently no specific risk management measures in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Barnnets Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam with recreational significance. The data on the dam's design, construction, and current condition offer valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with managing and maintaining such structures in the face of changing environmental conditions and regulatory requirements. As efforts to address aging infrastructure and improve dam safety continue to be prioritized, understanding the complexities of dams like Barnnets Pond Dam becomes essential for ensuring the resilience of water resources in the face of climate variability and extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RICE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
4cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
38cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
907cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
3010cfs |
Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia
|
790cfs |
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1570cfs |
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.
Barnnets Pond Dam