Martin Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Graves Millpond Dam Rogers Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Martin Pond Dam, also known as Willamette Pond Dam, is a private earth dam located in Chesterfield, South Carolina.
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Summary
Built in 1950, the dam primarily serves as a recreational facility, offering an 8-acre surface area for activities such as boating and fishing. With a height of 23 feet and a length of 387 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 55 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, Martin Pond Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of October 2017. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), which conducts inspections every five years to ensure compliance with safety standards. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 0 feet, posing a moderate risk that necessitates ongoing risk management measures.
In the event of an emergency, the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated emergency contacts, raising concerns about its preparedness for potential incidents. With its picturesque location on TR-Little Black Creek, Martin Pond Dam serves as both a recreational oasis and a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and oversight to ensure the safety of water resources in South Carolina.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
387 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE BLACK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
108cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
121cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Waxhaw Creek At Sr1103 Near Jackson
|
1cfs |
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Rocky River Near Norwood
|
305cfs |
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.
Martin Pond Dam