Boykin Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: W And W Farms Dam Harvin's Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Boykin Millpond Dam, located in Kershaw, South Carolina, stands as a testament to engineering ingenuity and historical significance.
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Summary
Built in 1880, this earth dam spans 1750 feet in length and reaches a height of 12 feet, serving primarily for recreational purposes. The dam's storage capacity of 960 acre-feet offers a serene surface area of 100 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various water activities on Swift Creek.
Despite its age, Boykin Millpond Dam maintains a fair condition assessment as of March 2019, with a significant hazard potential. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control regulates and inspects the dam regularly to ensure public safety. The dam's emergency action plan is in place, although it has not been updated recently. The dam's historical significance, combined with its recreational value, makes it a vital asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate and protect for future generations to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1880 |
Dam Length |
1750 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
SWIFT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
100 |
Nid Storage |
960 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
2170cfs |
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
425cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
76cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
9cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
4580cfs |
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.
Boykin Millpond Dam