Hiers Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hiers Pond Dam, also known as Landis Hiers Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Bamberg, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1958, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 13 feet and stretches 260 feet in length. With a primary purpose of recreation, this dam on THREEMILE CREEK offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam has a storage capacity of 420 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 140 acre-feet and a surface area of 50 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Hiers Pond Dam is regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC). The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not undergone significant modifications since its completion. The last inspection conducted in August 2017 revealed a moderate risk level (3), prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and resilience of this recreational water infrastructure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the careful monitoring and maintenance efforts in place to safeguard the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
THREEMILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Nid Storage |
420 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Hiers Pond Dam