Brady Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sikes Pond Dam Geigers Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Brady Pond Dam, located in Calhoun, South Carolina, was completed in 1920 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 585 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. Despite its historical significance, the dam is currently in poor condition, as indicated by a recent assessment in 2017.
The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a serene environment for activities like fishing and boating on the adjacent Buyck Bottom stream. While the hazard potential is categorized as low, the overall risk assessment is moderate, prompting the need for continuous monitoring and maintenance. With the State of South Carolina responsible for regulating, inspecting, and enforcing safety measures, Brady Pond Dam remains a key component of the region's water resource infrastructure, requiring attention to ensure its long-term viability and safety for visitors and the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
585 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
BUYCK BOTTOM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
76cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
4580cfs |
North Fork Edisto River At Orangeburg
|
950cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
9cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
770cfs |
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.
Brady Pond Dam