Scott Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Scott Pond Dam, located in Williamsburg, South Carolina, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond, as well as recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans 295 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 92 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and upgrades to ensure its long-term safety and functionality.
The dam is state regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), with inspection, permitting, and enforcement all falling under state jurisdiction. The last inspection was conducted in November 2017, revealing a very high risk rating due to the dam's poor condition. While the dam's primary purpose is to provide essential services like fire protection, its recreational value adds to its significance as a water resource for the community.
With its controlled spillway and buttress core type, Scott Pond Dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and ensuring the safety of nearby residents. As a private-owned structure, it highlights the importance of individual responsibility in maintaining and managing water resources effectively. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, dams like Scott Pond Dam will play an increasingly vital role in managing and conserving this precious resource for future generations.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
295 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CAMDEN SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
92 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black River At Kingstree
|
1280cfs |
Santee River Nr Jamestown
|
1170cfs |
Santee River Near Pineville
|
676cfs |
Turkey Creek Near Maryville
|
2cfs |
Lake Moultrie Tailrace Canal At Moncks Corner
|
9370cfs |
Lynches River At Effingham
|
558cfs |
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.
Scott Pond Dam