Baker Pond Dam, also known as Bakers Lake Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Aiken, South Carolina.
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Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management, as well as recreational activities. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 410 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 118 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12 acres.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Baker Pond Dam is classified as high hazard potential due to its condition assessment being rated as fair. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in December 2019. While the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, there are no associated locks. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam currently meets safety guidelines and does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Baker Pond Dam to be a fascinating structure that plays a vital role in local water management. With its diverse uses and regulatory oversight by SC DHEC, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water infrastructure to ensure public safety and environmental sustainability.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
410 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
HIGHTOWER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
118 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Mctier Creek (Rd 209) Near Monetta
|
20cfs |