Eptings Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Eptings Pond, also known as V F Epting Dam, is a privately owned water resource located in Newberry, South Carolina.


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Summary

The dam was completed in 1900 and stands at a height of 32 feet with a length of 325 feet, offering a serene surface area of 15 acres for recreational activities. Situated on the TR-CRIMS CREEK, this Earth-type dam with a buttress core serves primarily for recreation, providing a storage capacity of 221 acre-feet for water enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite its low hazard potential, Eptings Pond is in poor condition as of the last inspection in October 2017, indicating a need for maintenance and improvement. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, highlighting the importance of implementing risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of this vital water resource. With its historical significance and potential for outdoor recreation, Eptings Pond serves as a valuable asset to the community and a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting our water resources in the face of climate challenges.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

325

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

TR-CRIMS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Nid Storage

221

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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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.