Huttos Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rh Anderson Dam Jones Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Huttos Pond Dam, located in Aiken, South Carolina, was completed in 1953 and serves as a recreational spot for water enthusiasts.
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Summary
With a dam height of 20 feet and a length of 240 feet, this earth dam primarily caters to recreational purposes and offers a storage capacity of 211 acre-feet. Situated on the Wildcat Branch river/stream, the dam features a controlled spillway and is under state regulation and inspection by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Despite its low hazard potential, Huttos Pond Dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition, as of the last inspection conducted in August 2017. The risk assessment for the dam indicates a high level of concern, categorizing it as having a very high risk rating of 1. Emergency action plans and risk management measures for the dam are not fully specified in the data provided, suggesting a need for updated safety protocols and preparedness strategies to mitigate potential risks associated with the dam's condition and location.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Huttos Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam in South Carolina facing challenges in its maintenance and risk management. With its scenic location on the Wildcat Branch and historical significance dating back to the 1950s, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions and potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
240 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
WILDCAT BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60 |
Nid Storage |
211 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Huttos Pond Dam