Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam, located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a historic structure completed in 1888 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 305 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet. Situated on the Pacolet River, this buttress-style dam provides a surface area of 25 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various water activities.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam has a low hazard potential and is assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in June 2017. With its state-mandated permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures in place, the dam ensures the safety of its surrounding community while offering a picturesque setting for recreational pursuits. The dam's location within the Charleston District and its significant historical value make it a notable landmark in the region.

As a key feature along the Pacolet River, Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam not only provides recreational opportunities but also contributes to the local ecosystem and water resource management. With a focus on maintaining public safety and preserving its historical significance, this dam serves as a reminder of South Carolina's rich heritage and the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in harmony with the natural environment.

Year Completed

1888

Dam Length

305

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

PACOLET RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

25

Nid Storage

220

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.