John L Berry Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
John L Berry Pond Dam, also known as Packing Shed Pond Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Edgefield, South Carolina.
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Summary
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.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
445 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TIGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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 |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
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.
John L Berry Pond Dam