Corbitts Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Corbitts Millpond Dam, located in Lee County, South Carolina, was completed in 1896 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private earth dam with a buttress core type stands at a height of 8 feet and stretches 690 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Beaverdam Creek and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
Despite its age, Corbitts Millpond Dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in November 2017. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are currently unknown, indicating potential areas for improvement in emergency preparedness and risk management. With its historical significance and recreational importance, maintaining the safety and integrity of Corbitts Millpond Dam remains crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1896 |
Dam Length |
690 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVERDAM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
267cfs |
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1570cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
123cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
66cfs |
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
37cfs |
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.
Corbitts Millpond Dam