Glenn Pond Dam 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Glenn Pond Dam 2, located in Anderson, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1966 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 15 feet and spanning 330 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.3 acres. Despite its recreational focus, the dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment.

Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Glenn Pond Dam 2 is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. The dam, situated on the TR-Big Generostee Creek, has an uncontrolled spillway type and a moderate risk assessment rating. Its last inspection in January 2020 revealed the need for improvements to mitigate potential risks associated with its aging infrastructure.

With its location in a picturesque natural setting, Glenn Pond Dam 2 serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities but requires ongoing attention to ensure the safety of both the environment and recreational visitors. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the condition of such dams to protect the surrounding ecosystem and prevent potential hazards in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

330

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR-BIG GENEROSTEE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.3

Nid Storage

24

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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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.