Fuller Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Edgar A Brown Lake Dam Heathwood Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Fuller Pond Dam, located in Barnwell, South Carolina, was completed in 1946 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private dam stands 19 feet tall and stretches 620 feet in length, holding a maximum storage capacity of 441 acre-feet. Situated on the PEN BRANCH river, the dam boasts a surface area of 47 acres and is classified as an Earth dam with a buttress core type.
Despite its picturesque setting, Fuller Pond Dam is deemed to have a high hazard potential and is rated as being in fair condition as of the last inspection in October 2020. With a risk assessment indicating a very high risk level, the dam is under the regulatory oversight of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). This highlights the importance of ongoing inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam for both recreational and environmental purposes.
The surrounding community, including residents and visitors, should be aware of the potential risks associated with Fuller Pond Dam and understand the emergency action plans in place. With its critical role in water resource management and climate resilience, Fuller Pond Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive risk management and maintenance practices for all dams, especially those with high hazard potential.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
PEN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
47 |
Nid Storage |
441 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Fuller Pond Dam