Haskel Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Haskel Pond Dam, located in Allendale, South Carolina, is a private-owned structure built in 1965 primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 420 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 170 acre-feet. Situated on Dry Gall Branch, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated for its condition as of the last inspection in November 2020.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Haskel Pond Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being a privately-owned facility, it serves as a recreational outlet for locals and visitors, offering a surface area of 37 acres for various water activities. The dam's design, categorized as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type, reflects a commitment to safety and functionality in its operation.
With its serene location and essential role in providing recreational opportunities, Haskel Pond Dam exemplifies the harmonious coexistence of water resource management and climate-conscious infrastructure. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability, understanding the significance of structures like Haskel Pond Dam sheds light on the crucial balance between human intervention and environmental stewardship in managing our natural resources.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
DRY GALL BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
37 |
Nid Storage |
263 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Savannah R At Burtons Ferry Br Nr Millhaven
|
7320cfs |
Coosawhatchie River Near Hampton
|
68cfs |
Brier Creek At Millhaven
|
458cfs |
Savannah River Near Clyo
|
6820cfs |
Salkehatchie River Near Miley
|
242cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis
|
7cfs |
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.
Haskel Pond Dam