Goodson Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Goodson Pond Dam, also known as Bruce Hospital Dam, is a private dam located in Florence, South Carolina.


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Summary

Completed in 1976, the dam primarily serves the purpose of recreation, with a height of 30 feet and a length of 510 feet. It stands on the TR-BACK SWAMP river or stream, with a storage capacity of 284 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, Goodson Pond Dam is currently in poor condition, as assessed in November 2017. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in 2017 at an interval of 5 years. With a very high risk assessment rating of 1, there is a need for enhanced risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.

Goodson Pond Dam's structural integrity and maintenance are crucial considerations for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As a privately-owned dam with a recreational purpose, its significance lies in providing leisure opportunities while also posing potential risks that necessitate proactive management strategies. The dam's location within the Wilmington District adds to its regional importance, highlighting the intersection of environmental conservation, public safety, and recreational enjoyment in the context of water resource infrastructure.

Year Completed

1976

Dam Length

510

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR-BACK SWAMP

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Nid Storage

284

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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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.