Idlewild Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Idlewild Pond Dam, also known as Joe B Hodge Dam, is a private dam located in Sumter, South Carolina.


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Summary

Built in 1930, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and stretches 440 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite its low hazard potential, Idlewild Pond Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of April 2017. The dam is state-regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, ensuring that it is regularly inspected and maintained. While the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan and detailed risk assessment, it remains a popular spot for recreational activities in the area.

Idlewild Pond Dam poses as both a picturesque recreational site and a dam in need of attention. With its location on TR-Briar Branch and its historical significance dating back to the early 20th century, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and management in the realm of water resources and climate conservation.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

440

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

TR-BRIAR BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Nid Storage

52

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.