Wildewood Pond Dam 5 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wildewood Pond Dam 4 Old Still Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Wildewood Pond Dam 5, located in Richland, South Carolina, stands as a private-owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1963, this Earth dam with a stone core reaches a height of 15 feet and stretches 500 feet in length, creating a pond with a normal storage capacity of 151 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-Jackson Creek, falling under the regulatory oversight of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Despite its fair condition assessment as of January 2019, Wildewood Pond Dam 5 poses a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam's Emergency Action Plan status and compliance with guidelines remain unspecified, underlining the need for further risk assessment and management measures to ensure public safety and environmental protection. As an integral water resource in the region, the dam's structural integrity and risk mitigation strategies play a crucial role in mitigating potential hazards and maintaining its functionality for recreational activities.
As climate change impacts continue to influence water resource management and infrastructure resilience, the ongoing monitoring and upkeep of Wildewood Pond Dam 5 become increasingly vital. With its proximity to the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam's significance in flood control and water storage underscores the need for proactive measures to safeguard against potential emergencies. By addressing any identified risks and enhancing emergency preparedness, stakeholders can ensure the long-term sustainability and safety of this vital recreational water feature in South Carolina's landscape.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-JACKSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
204 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
37cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
3cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
3140cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
907cfs |
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1570cfs |
Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia
|
775cfs |
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.
Wildewood Pond Dam 5