Hutto's Millpond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Alec Chaplin Dam Woods Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hutto's Millpond Dam, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The Earth-type dam stands at a height of 14 feet and stretches out to a length of 710 feet, with a storage capacity of 101 acre-feet. Completed in 1972, the dam overlooks the picturesque Gibson Branch river or stream, offering visitors a serene and tranquil setting for outdoor activities.
Despite its fair condition assessment as of November 2019, Hutto's Millpond Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential. The structure is state regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), with required inspections and enforcement measures in place. While the dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years, it is essential for stakeholders and local authorities to ensure the safety and maintenance of the dam to prevent any potential risks or hazards.
With the presence of a spillway and a maximum storage capacity of 101 acre-feet, Hutto's Millpond Dam remains a significant landmark within the Savannah District. As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the region, understanding the dam's history, purpose, and current state is crucial for promoting responsible water management practices and ensuring the preservation of this valuable recreational asset.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
710 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
GIBSON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
101 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Hutto's Millpond Dam