Reveres Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Reveres Pond Dam, also known as Defender/Revere Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Richland, South Carolina.


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Summary

Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans a length of 1175 feet along the Cabin Branch river. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam offers a storage capacity of 163 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 21 acres.

Although classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Reveres Pond Dam is noted as poor. The last inspection in March 2017 revealed the need for improvements to ensure the safety and stability of the structure. Despite being regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, the dam's risk assessment is moderate.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, there is a critical need to monitor and address the condition of Reveres Pond Dam to prevent potential hazards and ensure the long-term safety of the surrounding community and environment. With ongoing inspections and risk management measures, stakeholders can work towards improving the dam's condition and reducing its risk level to safeguard the area from any potential threats related to its structure and operation.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

1175

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

CABIN BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Nid Storage

163

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.