Strickland Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Strickland Pond Dam, located in Calhoun, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1960 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
With a dam height of 23 feet and a length of 320 feet, this structure holds a maximum storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam sits on DICKS SWAMP, under the jurisdiction of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Strickland Pond Dam is deemed fair as of the last inspection in March 2017. The dam has an inspection frequency of 5 years and is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) according to the risk assessment. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, it meets state guidelines and has not had inundation maps prepared. Overall, Strickland Pond Dam serves as a recreational water resource in the area, but its maintenance and risk management practices are essential to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
DICKS SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
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.
Strickland Pond Dam