A P Bowden Pond Dam 3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
A P Bowden Pond Dam 3, also known as Jackson Dam 3, is a privately owned structure located in Kershaw, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1975, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans 500 feet in length. Its primary purpose is for recreation, with a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, this dam on TR-Sawneys Creek has a low hazard potential but is currently in poor condition, as assessed in 2017. Despite its age, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure public safety. With its scenic location and recreational offerings, A P Bowden Pond Dam 3 serves as a valuable resource for water and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, maintaining and monitoring structures like A P Bowden Pond Dam 3 becomes increasingly crucial. With its history of state oversight and periodic inspections, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of responsible stewardship in safeguarding water sources for both present and future generations.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAWNEYS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
A P Bowden Pond Dam 3