Moores Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Moores Pond Dam, also known as Scrsch Auth Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Richland, South Carolina.


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Summary

Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a length of 300 feet, providing irrigation and recreational benefits to the area. The dam controls the flow of the TR-CUMBESS CREEK and has a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 58 acre-feet.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Moores Pond Dam is currently in fair condition as of the last assessment in August 2020. The dam is regularly inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, with a frequency of every two years. While the risk assessment for this dam is moderate, there are no specific risk management measures or emergency action plans in place as of the latest data update in April 2021.

Overall, Moores Pond Dam serves as a vital resource for irrigation and recreation in the area, showcasing the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and functionality of this essential water management structure in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-CUMBESS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Nid Storage

114

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.