Coleman Pond Dam dam
Coleman Pond Dam
Coleman Pond Dam, also known as Bernice Coleman Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Dillon, South Carolina. Built in 1955, this Earth-type dam stands at 9 feet tall and spans 504 feet in length, with a primary purpose of providing recreation opportunities for visitors. The dam stores 55 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage capacity of 34 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres. Despite being regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.
Situated along the TR-GUM SWAMP river or stream, Coleman Pond Dam offers a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. While the dam has not undergone recent inspections or condition assessments, its emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures remain unspecified. With its picturesque surroundings and historical significance, the dam serves as a valuable community asset for residents and visitors alike, contributing to the conservation and enjoyment of South Carolina's water resources.
As a vital component of the local landscape, Coleman Pond Dam symbolizes the intersection of human ingenuity and natural beauty, offering a glimpse into the rich history of water resource management in the region. While its structural integrity and regulatory compliance are key considerations for ongoing maintenance and safety, the dam's role in providing recreational opportunities and preserving the surrounding ecosystem underscores the importance of responsible stewardship and environmental conservation efforts in maintaining the delicate balance between human needs and ecological sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Coleman Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pee Dee River At Peedee | 2,160 cfs | → |
| Pee Dee River Below Pee Dee | 2,200 cfs | → |
| Black Creek Near Quinby | 137 cfs | → |
| Lynches River At Effingham | 159 cfs | → |
| Little Pee Dee R. At Galivants Ferry | 294 cfs | → |
| Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville | 2,080 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Coleman Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Lester Road Dillon County
- Darlington County
- Huggins Landing Road 501, Horry County
- Ernest L. Anderson Bridge Marion County
- Griffins Landing 10400, Horry County
Campgrounds
- Bass Lake Campground
- Little Pee Dee State Park
- Lynches River County Park
- H. Cooper Black
- Princess Ann - Lumber River State Park
- John Culberth Campsite
Fishing spots
Track Coleman Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Coleman Pond Dam
Where does the data for Coleman 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 Coleman Pond Dam.