Edens Small Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Edens Small Pond Dam, also known as Bobby Ayer Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Calhoun, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1978, this earth dam stands at 25 feet tall and spans 515 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, offering a surface area of 9 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its fair condition assessment, Edens Small Pond Dam poses a high hazard potential, prompting regular inspections by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there is a need for effective risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and emergency preparedness to mitigate potential risks.
Located along the TR-Sandy Run river or stream, Edens Small Pond Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With its unique design and recreational purpose, this dam serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, highlighting the delicate balance between human enjoyment and natural resource management in South Carolina's diverse landscape.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
515 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SANDY RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Edens Small Pond Dam