Butlers Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Butlers Pond Dam, located in Bamberg, South Carolina, is a private earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Completed in 1975, this dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 194 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and uncontrolled outlet gates, the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment.
Despite its low hazard potential, Butlers Pond Dam is situated on the TR-Little Salkehatchie River and falls under the regulatory oversight of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). The dam is regularly inspected with a frequency of 5 years, and its last inspection in November 2017 deemed its condition as fair. While the risk assessment for this dam is classified as very high, appropriate risk management measures are in place to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Butlers Pond Dam serves as a fascinating case study in dam construction and management. With its unique design features and recreational purpose, this dam showcases the importance of regulatory compliance and risk assessment in maintaining the safety and functionality of water infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
115 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE SALKEHATCHIE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
194 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Butlers Pond Dam