Struckman Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ruckers Pond Dam Crider Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Struckman Pond Dam, nestled in Calhoun, South Carolina, is a private recreational dam completed in 1960 with a height of 13 feet and a length of 350 feet.
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Summary
Situated on Branham Branch, this earth dam serves as a water resource for the local community, providing a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam is regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, ensuring its safety and compliance with state standards.
With a significant hazard potential but a fair condition assessment as of December 2019, Struckman Pond Dam presents a moderate risk level that necessitates ongoing risk management measures. Although the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, its inspection frequency of every three years contributes to maintaining its stability. The dam's primary purpose for recreation underscores its importance as a local landmark for water and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Managed by private owners, Struckman Pond Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and recreational use, offering both enjoyment and potential risks to the local community. As climate change continues to impact water infrastructure, the prudent monitoring and maintenance of dams like Struckman Pond are crucial to ensuring their long-term safety and sustainability in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
BRANHAM BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
76cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
4580cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
9cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
770cfs |
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
North Fork Edisto River At Orangeburg
|
950cfs |
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.
Struckman Pond Dam