Furtick Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Strickland Pond Dam Bensons Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Furtick Pond Dam, located in Calhoun, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1930, this dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans 370 feet in length. It holds a maximum storage capacity of 73 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Furtick Pond Dam has been deemed to have a low hazard potential with a fair condition assessment as of March 2017. Despite its low risk level, the surrounding area faces a very high risk, rated as a Level 1, indicating the need for careful monitoring and potential risk management measures in the future.
With controlled spillways and no associated locks, Furtick Pond Dam provides a tranquil recreational setting for visitors while also serving as a critical structure for water resource management in the area. Its historical significance, combined with its current condition and risk assessment, highlight the importance of maintaining and monitoring this dam for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
370 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
DICKS SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
North Fork Edisto River At Orangeburg
|
950cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
76cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
4580cfs |
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.
Furtick Pond Dam