Covington Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Wallace Dam E Hamer Smith Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Marlboro, South Carolina, the Covington Millpond Dam stands as a historic structure completed in 1900 primarily for irrigation purposes along the COTTINGHAM CREEK.
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Summary
This earth-type dam spans 480 feet in length and reaches a height of 11 feet, offering a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not undergone a recent condition assessment as of September 2018.
The dam is privately owned and regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. With a primary purpose of irrigation, the Covington Millpond Dam also serves recreational activities, covering a surface area of 32 acres. The surrounding area is a designated state jurisdiction with state and federal oversight, ensuring the safety and maintenance of the dam for both water resource and climate conservation efforts.
Although the Covington Millpond Dam has not been rated for its current condition, its historical significance and ongoing operational capabilities highlight the importance of proper management and oversight for water resources in the region. As enthusiasts in water resource and climate conservation, understanding the role of this dam in supporting irrigation and recreational activities underscores the need for sustainable practices to preserve and protect our natural waterways.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
COTTINGHAM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg
|
82cfs |
Lumber River Near Maxton
|
372cfs |
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
350cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Pee Dee River At Peedee
|
3290cfs |
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.
Covington Millpond Dam