Shelby Joines Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Shelby Joines Pond Dam, also known as L Cooper Pond Dam, is a private earth dam located in Greenville, South Carolina.


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Summary

Completed in 1967, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. Standing at 27 feet high and stretching 650 feet in length, the dam holds a storage capacity of 38 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 29 acre-feet.

Despite its age, Shelby Joines Pond Dam is in fair condition, with a high hazard potential due to its location on the TR-MIDDLE TYGER RIVER. It is regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) to ensure public safety. The last inspection in June 2020 deemed the dam to be structurally sound, but maintenance and potential risk management measures may be needed in the future to maintain its integrity and safety. With its picturesque surroundings and importance as a recreational spot, the dam continues to attract visitors who appreciate its beauty and function in the local ecosystem.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-MIDDLE TYGER RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Nid Storage

38

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.