Vaughn Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Andrew Bowden Dam Colonial Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Vaughn Pond Dam, located in Kershaw, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 18 feet and a length of 420 feet, creates a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet, providing ample water for the surrounding area. The dam is regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) to ensure its safety and compliance with state guidelines.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Vaughn Pond Dam is rated as being in fair condition as of its last assessment in April 2017. The dam has an inspection frequency of 5 years, with the last inspection date recorded in April 2017. While the risk assessment for the dam is considered moderate, measures for risk management and emergency preparedness, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, are currently not documented. Overall, Vaughn Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of recreational dams in the state of South Carolina.
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
SANDERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1740cfs |
Rocky Creek At Great Falls
|
19cfs |
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
520cfs |
Fishing Creek Below Fort Lawn
|
65cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
144cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
136cfs |
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.
Vaughn Pond Dam