First Citizens Trust Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

First Citizens Trust Dam, also known as Citizens Trust Pond Dam, is a private earth dam located in Greenwood, South Carolina.


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Summary

Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this recreational dam stands at 32 feet high and stretches 525 feet in length, creating a surface area of 8 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy. Situated on the TR-Coronaca Creek, the dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and is designed for controlled spillways with uncontrolled outlet gates.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 rated it as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and improvements to ensure safety and longevity. With a very high risk assessment rating, stakeholders may want to prioritize risk management measures to address potential vulnerabilities. Additionally, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and compliance with guidelines remain unclear, highlighting the importance of updated preparedness and communication protocols in case of emergencies. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find First Citizens Trust Dam a valuable case study in balancing recreation with infrastructure safety and environmental stewardship.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

525

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

TR-CORONACA CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Nid Storage

63

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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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.