Canal Industries Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fore Pond Dam Driggers Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Canal Industries Pond Dam, located in Marlboro, South Carolina, was completed in 1955 and stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 655 feet.
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Summary
This private earth dam, primarily used for recreation, spans over Brownsville Creek and has a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. Despite its poor condition assessment and low hazard potential, the dam is state-regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), ensuring regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to maintain public safety.
With its controlled spillway and very high risk assessment rating, Canal Industries Pond Dam presents challenges for risk management and emergency preparedness. The dam's condition assessment in 2017 labeled it as poor, indicating a need for potential structural improvements to mitigate risks associated with its high risk level. The dam's location in a recreational area highlights the importance of maintaining its integrity to safeguard both the environment and public safety. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the state of dams like Canal Industries Pond Dam is crucial for understanding the intersection of water management, infrastructure maintenance, and community resilience in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
655 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
BROWNSVILLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
261cfs |
Pee Dee River At Peedee
|
2890cfs |
Pee Dee River Below Pee Dee
|
2860cfs |
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2400cfs |
Lynches River At Effingham
|
516cfs |
Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg
|
64cfs |
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.
Canal Industries Pond Dam