Andersons Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Andersons Pond Dam, located in Barnwell, South Carolina, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
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Summary
Built in 1940, this private recreational dam on Rosemary Creek serves as a vital resource for the community, offering a surface area of 36 acres and a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. With a dam height of 15 feet and a length of 345 feet, Andersons Pond Dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply management in the area.
Despite its age, Andersons Pond Dam is regularly inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is deemed to be in fair condition, with the last assessment conducted in December 2019. With a designated emergency action plan in place and a two-year inspection frequency, the owners of Andersons Pond Dam are committed to maintaining the dam's functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure across the country, the role of dams like Andersons Pond Dam in providing recreation, flood control, and water supply becomes increasingly critical. With its earth core and stone foundation, this dam serves as a resilient structure that not only enhances the quality of life for residents but also underscores the importance of proactive management and investment in water resource systems for a sustainable future.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
345 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
ROSEMARY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
36 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Andersons Pond Dam