Phillip Rand Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Woodland Pond Dam Northlake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Phillip Rand Dam, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, stands as a private-owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this earth dam spans 550 feet in length and reaches a height of 19 feet, providing a storage capacity of 97 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Limestone Creek, the dam has a low hazard potential but is classified as being in poor condition as of the last assessment in 2017.
Despite its condition, Phillip Rand Dam continues to serve as a recreational hub for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. With a surface area of 10 acres and a normal storage capacity of 33 acre-feet, the dam offers opportunities for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. While there are no associated locks or spillways, the dam remains under state regulation by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, ensuring the safety and maintenance of the structure for visitors and the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LIMESTONE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
97 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Fork Edisto River At Orangeburg
|
950cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Cope
|
838cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Denmark
|
805cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Bamberg
|
906cfs |
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
76cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Phillip Rand Dam