Atkinson Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Atkinson Pond Dam, located in Darlington, South Carolina, was completed in 1958 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond recreation.


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Summary

This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 710 feet, with a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The dam is primarily regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite its low hazard potential, Atkinson Pond Dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the surrounding area, particularly for fire protection and recreational activities. The dam is situated on the TR-BLACK CREEK river/stream and falls under the jurisdiction of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a normal storage capacity of 32 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres, the dam contributes to the local ecosystem and supports a variety of wildlife.

With its strategic location and multiple functions, Atkinson Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and managing water resources in a sustainable and responsible manner. As a key infrastructure for both human activities and natural habitats, the dam serves as a valuable asset that requires careful monitoring and upkeep to ensure its continued effectiveness and safety in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

710

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TR-BLACK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Nid Storage

54

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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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.