Speigners Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Simensen Pond Dam Bensons Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Speigners Pond Dam, located in South Carolina, is a privately owned structure on High Hill Creek that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1958, this earth dam stands at 16 feet tall and has a length of 380 feet, with a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. The dam is considered to have a high hazard potential but is currently in fair condition, as assessed in February 2020.
Managed by the state regulatory agency SC DHEC, Speigners Pond Dam undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam provides a surface area of 11 acres for recreational activities, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding environment. Although the dam has not undergone significant modifications in recent years, it continues to be a crucial structure for the local community and visitors alike.
With its picturesque location and recreational significance, Speigners Pond Dam serves as a vital asset for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the Calhoun area of South Carolina. As efforts are made to maintain and monitor its condition, this earth dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
380 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
HIGH HILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
North Fork Edisto River At Orangeburg
|
950cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
76cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
4580cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
9cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
770cfs |
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.
Speigners Pond Dam