Keasler Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Keasler Pond Dam, also known as Douglas Winchester Dam, is a private earth dam located in Pickens, South Carolina.


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Summary

Built in 1950, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a serene spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans 510 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet and a surface area of 5 acres.

Despite its recreational value, Keasler Pond Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment as of November 2019. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement mechanisms in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a moderate risk rating of 3, it is crucial for stakeholders to actively monitor and manage the risk associated with this dam to prevent potential hazards.

While Keasler Pond Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor activities, its deteriorating condition underscores the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management efforts. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to appreciate the beauty of this dam, it is essential to prioritize safety and ensure that proper measures are taken to mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation and maintenance.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

510

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

TR-CROW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Nid Storage

68

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

33
       
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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.