Jordan Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carroll Chapman Dam City Sew Disp Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Jordan Pond Dam, located in Darlington, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1956.
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Summary
Primarily used for recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet with a length of 520 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the picturesque LITTLE BOGGY SWAMP, offering a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its low hazard potential, Jordan Pond Dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, with a recent inspection in November 2020 revealing the need for maintenance and improvements. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and its risk assessment is classified as moderate. With a risk management plan yet to be established, the dam faces challenges in ensuring its long-term stability and safety.
As a notable structure within the Wilmington District, Jordan Pond Dam serves as a crucial recreational asset while also highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management practices. With its historical significance and scenic surroundings, this dam stands as both a testament to engineering ingenuity and a reminder of the continuous effort required to safeguard our water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE BOGGY SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
142cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
128cfs |
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
425cfs |
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2500cfs |
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
376cfs |
Lynches River At Effingham
|
852cfs |
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.
Jordan Pond Dam