Miller Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Miller Pond Dam, located in Lexington, South Carolina, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and the intersection of climate considerations in infrastructure development.


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Summary

Built in 1900, this private dam on Red Bank Creek serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene environment for residents and visitors to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. With a height of 21 feet and a length of 340 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet, providing vital water resources for the area.

Despite its historical significance, Miller Pond Dam faces challenges in its current condition assessment, marked as poor during the last inspection in April 2017. The dam has a low hazard potential, but its deteriorating state calls for attention and potential rehabilitation efforts to ensure its long-term safety and functionality. The dam's poor condition highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance, especially in the face of changing climate patterns that may impact water levels and the structural integrity of the dam.

As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates, it is crucial to monitor and address the condition of dams like Miller Pond Dam to mitigate potential risks and ensure the sustainable management of water resources. With its location in a region susceptible to climate variability, maintaining the integrity of this earth dam is essential for both recreational enjoyment and the protection of surrounding communities from the impacts of potential dam failures. Collaboration between private owners, state regulatory agencies like SC DHEC, and the wider community is key to preserving and enhancing the resilience of vital water infrastructure in the face of a changing climate.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

340

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

RED BANK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Nid Storage

86

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

21
       
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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.