Herlongs Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Herlongs Pond Dam, also known as James Bledsoe Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Saluda, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 655 feet. With a storage capacity of 117 acre-feet, it serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
While the dam has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and repairs. The last inspection in October 2017 highlighted the dam's structural issues. Despite being regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, the risk assessment for Herlongs Pond Dam is moderate. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support the upkeep of this dam to ensure the safety of surrounding areas and the preservation of its ecological functions.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
655 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANEBREAK BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
117 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bush River Nr Prosperity
|
58cfs |
Saluda River At Chappells
|
1220cfs |
Little River Nr Silverstreet
|
94cfs |
Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells
|
1090cfs |
Mctier Creek (Rd 209) Near Monetta
|
20cfs |
Broad River At Alston
|
2440cfs |
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.
Herlongs Pond Dam