Streater Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Eva Howle Dixon Dam Development Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Streater Pond Dam, located in Chesterfield, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a length of 540 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. While the dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, it is also state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Despite its low hazard potential, Streater Pond Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of October 2017. The dam has not undergone any major modifications since its construction, and its emergency action plan was last revised in 1994. With a drainage area of 9 square miles and a surface area of 9 acres, the dam poses minimal risk to downstream communities, although its poor condition warrants attention to ensure continued safety and functionality.
In the event of an emergency, it is crucial for the owners of Streater Pond Dam to update their emergency action plan and ensure that it meets current guidelines. Regular risk assessments and management measures should be implemented to address the dam's poor condition and mitigate any potential hazards. As a vital resource for the local community, Streater Pond Dam must be carefully monitored and maintained to preserve its recreational value while safeguarding public safety and the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-REEDYS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
108cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
121cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
350cfs |
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
443cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Streater Pond Dam