Boyds Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: M R Trotter Dam Westons Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Boyds Pond Dam, located in Richland, South Carolina, along Toms Creek, was completed in 1963 with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
The dam, standing at 22 feet in height and spanning 1000 feet in length, has a storage capacity of 705 acre-feet and a surface area of 75 acres. Managed by a private entity, Boyds Pond Dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity.
The dam's design, done by the USDA NRCS, features an earth construction with a buttress core type. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Boyds Pond Dam operates with uncontrolled spillways and outlets. Its condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated", indicating a need for further evaluation. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, irrigation, and recreation, making it a valuable water resource for the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Boyds Pond Dam offers a fascinating example of dam infrastructure in South Carolina. With its historical significance dating back to the 1960s and its essential role in providing irrigation water, the dam stands as a key feature along Toms Creek. As efforts continue to ensure its safety and regulatory compliance, Boyds Pond Dam remains a critical piece of the region's water management infrastructure, serving both practical and recreational purposes for local communities.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TOMS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
75 |
Nid Storage |
705 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
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2400cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
43cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
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3770cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
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4cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
907cfs |
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1540cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
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Bluff Campground
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Longleaf Campground
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Weston Lake Military - Fort Jackson
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Boyds Pond Dam