George Tindal Pond Dam dam
George Tindal Pond Dam
George Tindal Pond Dam, also known as Fox Tindal Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Clarendon, South Carolina. Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and stretches 690 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a serene spot for water enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing and boating on the 5.9-acre surface area.
Despite its low hazard potential, George Tindal Pond Dam is currently in poor condition according to a 2017 assessment. The dam is regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, ensuring that it meets state safety standards. In the event of an emergency, the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information, raising concerns about the preparedness and response capabilities in case of a breach. It is essential for owners of this dam to prioritize maintenance and safety measures to prevent any potential risks to downstream communities and the environment.
As a significant recreational and water resource in the area, George Tindal Pond Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper dam management and safety protocols. With its historical significance and potential for outdoor activities, it is crucial for stakeholders to work together to ensure the structural integrity of the dam, conduct regular inspections, and develop an effective Emergency Action Plan to mitigate any potential risks and safeguard the surrounding community and environment.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around George Tindal Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wateree R. Bl Eastover | 2,400 cfs | → |
| Santee River Near Pineville | 662 cfs | → |
| North Fork Edisto River At Orangeburg | 260 cfs | → |
| Black River At Kingstree | 32 cfs | → |
| Gills Creek At Columbia | 27 cfs | → |
| South Fork Edisto River Near Bamberg | 268 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near George Tindal Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Palmetto Trail Lake Marion Passage Clarendon County
- Landing Lane Calhoun County
- Coveside Circle 28, Calhoun County
- Boy Scout Circle Orangeburg County
- Santee Drive Orangeburg County
- Clarendon County
Campgrounds
- Santee State Park
- Polly's Landing Campground
- Poinsett State Park
- Falcons Nest Military - Shaw Afb
- Bluff Campground
- Longleaf Campground
Paddle runs
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About George Tindal Pond Dam
Where does the data for George Tindal Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of George Tindal Pond Dam.