John L Berry Pond Dam, also known as Packing Shed Pond Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Edgefield, South Carolina. Built in 1976 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 445 feet in length, with a primary purpose of irrigation. With a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres, the dam serves the community by providing water for agricultural needs and recreational activities.

Managed by the SC DHEC, John L Berry Pond Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in fair condition as assessed in 2017. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam meets guidelines for emergency action preparedness and has yet to undergo an inundation mapping process. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses minimal risk to downstream areas but remains under regular inspection to maintain its structural integrity and safety standards.

Located on TR-Tiger Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management within the region. With its history of serving irrigation needs and providing recreational opportunities, John L Berry Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.