Hamp Holmes Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hamp Holmes Pond Dam, located in Edgefield, South Carolina, serves primarily for irrigation purposes and also offers recreational opportunities.
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Summary
This private dam, completed in 1950, stands at a height of 21 feet with a length of 625 feet, providing a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. The dam, of earth type with a buttress core, spans the Buck Branch river and covers a surface area of 12 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Hamp Holmes Pond Dam is currently rated as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in July 2017. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) regulates and inspects the dam, ensuring its safety and compliance with state standards. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are not currently available, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to prevent potential incidents.
With its scenic location and important role in the local irrigation system, Hamp Holmes Pond Dam serves as a vital water resource in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find interest in the dam's historical significance, engineering design, and the ongoing efforts to ensure its safety and functionality for the community.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
625 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
BUCK BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mctier Creek (Rd 209) Near Monetta
|
20cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells
|
1090cfs |
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.
Hamp Holmes Pond Dam