Bates Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dicks Pond Dam Folks Lower Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bates Pond Dam in South Carolina stands at a height of 10 feet, with a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 26 acre-feet.
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Summary
Located in Barnwell County, this dam has an undetermined hazard potential and has not been given a condition rating as of its last inspection in August 2017. Although the primary purpose of the dam is not specified, its presence serves as a vital resource for water management in the area.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by state agencies, Bates Pond Dam plays a crucial role in the local water ecosystem. With a surface area of 10.8 acres, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for water storage in the region. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unclear, but its strategic location and storage capacity make it an important asset for climate resilience and water resource management efforts in the area.
As a part of the Savannah District, Bates Pond Dam operates without any associated structures or federal funding. Its exact purpose and design details are not specified, but its presence on the landscape serves as a testament to the importance of water resource management in South Carolina. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the role that Bates Pond Dam plays in maintaining the delicate balance of water storage and management in the region.
Dam Height |
10 |
Surface Area |
10.8 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Bates Pond Dam