Jasper Morris Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Jasper Morris Pond Dam, located in Aiken, South Carolina, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond, as well as recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 149 acre-feet. With a surface area of 19 acres, it plays a significant role in water resource management in the area.

Managed by a private owner, Jasper Morris Pond Dam is state regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). The dam has been assessed to be in fair condition, with a significant hazard potential. Emergency action plans have been prepared and updated to ensure the safety of the surrounding community in case of any unforeseen events.

With its strategic location on Bridge Creek, Jasper Morris Pond Dam not only helps in water storage and management but also provides a recreational space for the local residents. Its history, design, and impact on the environment make it an interesting subject for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and study.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

275

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

BRIDGE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Nid Storage

149

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

16
       
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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.