N F Jeffcoat Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
N F Jeffcoat Dam, located in Lexington, South Carolina, is a private-owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1900, this dam stands at a height of 13 feet and stretches 460 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Pond Branch river and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC).
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is listed as poor, with the last inspection in April 2017. The risk assessment for N F Jeffcoat Dam is moderate, indicating the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. While the dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, it is important for stakeholders and authorities to prioritize the maintenance and monitoring of this dam to mitigate any potential risks associated with its condition. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the N F Jeffcoat Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of recreational infrastructure and environmental stewardship in South Carolina's water landscape.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
POND BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
N F Jeffcoat Dam