Oswalds Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Oswalds Pond Dam, also known as Chappell Farms Dam, is a private earth dam located in Allendale, South Carolina, along the Coosawhatchie River.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond for recreational use. With a height of 16 feet and a length of 2410 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 198 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 88 acre-feet and a surface area of 22 acres.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Oswalds Pond Dam is state-regulated and regularly inspected to ensure its safety and effectiveness. The dam has been assessed to be in fair condition, with a significant hazard potential. Despite its age, the dam continues to fulfill its primary purposes while providing a recreational space for local enthusiasts and maintaining a vital role in fire protection for the surrounding areas.
Situated within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Oswalds Pond Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its historical significance and ongoing maintenance, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in supporting both human activities and natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
2410 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
COOSAWHATCHIE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Nid Storage |
198 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Oswalds Pond Dam