Nisbit Farms Inc Pond Dam 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Nisbit Farms INC Pond Dam 1, also known as W Olin Nisbet Dam 1, is a privately owned dam located in Lancaster, South Carolina, along the Catawba River.


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Summary

Built in 1958 for recreational purposes, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition and has not been assessed or updated in recent years.

With a controlled spillway and a surface area of 10 acres, Nisbit Farms INC Pond Dam 1 poses a very high risk according to the latest assessment. The dam has not been inspected since August 2017, indicating a potential need for maintenance and improvements to ensure its safety and longevity. As a key structure along the Catawba River, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting recreational activities in the region.

Given its age and current condition, it is essential for the owner to conduct regular inspections, maintenance, and potentially implement risk management measures to address the identified hazards. With proper care and attention, Nisbit Farms INC Pond Dam 1 can continue to serve its recreational purpose while safeguarding the surrounding areas from potential risks associated with dam failure.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-CATAWBA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Nid Storage

102

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.
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