Rholetter Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Rholetter Pond Dam, also known as Glenn Rholetter Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Oconee, South Carolina.


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Summary

Completed in 1975, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a length of 594 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a surface area of 5 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite its recreational benefits, Rholetter Pond Dam poses a significant hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), which conducts regular inspections to ensure its safety. However, the last inspection in December 2020 revealed the need for improvements to meet safety standards.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the conservation and management of dams should take note of Rholetter Pond Dam's condition and regulatory oversight. With its location on Little Brasstown Creek and its association with the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the challenges and opportunities in maintaining water infrastructure for recreational and environmental purposes in South Carolina.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

594

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

LITTLE BRASSTOWN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Nid Storage

55

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.