Fairview Farms Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Fairview Farms Dam, also known as Fairview Farms Pond Dam, is a privately-owned structure located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.


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Summary

Built in 1955 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and stretches for 450 feet across the TR-NORTH PACOLET RIVER. The primary purpose of Fairview Farms Dam is for recreation, offering a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

With a storage capacity of 195 acre-feet and a surface area of 15 acres, Fairview Farms Dam provides a tranquil retreat for visitors while also serving as a low-hazard structure with a fair condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, ensuring the safe release of excess water. Regular inspections are conducted every five years to maintain the dam's integrity and safety standards, with the last assessment performed in May 2017.

Despite its moderate risk assessment, Fairview Farms Dam remains a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts, offering a blend of scenic beauty and recreational opportunities in the heart of South Carolina. As a privately-owned facility under state regulation by SC DHEC, the dam continues to provide a valuable resource for the local community while maintaining its commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

TR-NORTH PACOLET RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Nid Storage

195

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

44
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.