Barkers Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Barkers Pond Dam, also known as W M Terry Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Allendale, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1955, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet, primarily serving as a recreational spot for water enthusiasts. The dam is situated on Log Branch, within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers jurisdiction.
Despite its recreational purpose, Barkers Pond Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment. The last inspection in February 2020 revealed the dam's deteriorating state, prompting a moderate risk assessment. The dam lacks controlled spillways and outlet gates, contributing to its high hazard potential. The regulatory oversight falls under the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), with the state maintaining permitting, inspection, and enforcement responsibilities.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Barkers Pond Dam presents a unique case study in dam safety and management. With its historical significance dating back to the 1950s, the dam's current state of disrepair highlights the importance of proper maintenance and risk mitigation strategies for aging infrastructure. As efforts continue to assess and address the dam's condition, stakeholders must prioritize safety measures to prevent potential hazards and ensure the long-term sustainability of this recreational water resource.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
LOG BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
107 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Barkers Pond Dam