Rp Bonnette Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Rp Bonnette Pond Dam, also known as Garrick Dam, is a private earth dam located in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
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Summary
Built in 1978, this dam primarily serves the purpose of irrigation, with additional benefits for recreation. Standing at a height of 18 feet and stretching 1050 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is poor, indicating a need for maintenance and repairs. The last inspection in July 2017 highlighted the dam's deteriorating state, raising concerns about its long-term stability. With a very high risk rating and a history of poor maintenance, the dam poses a potential threat that must be addressed to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the situation at Rp Bonnette Pond Dam closely and advocate for necessary improvements to mitigate the risk of failure. By staying informed and engaged with regulatory agencies like SC DHEC, we can work towards safeguarding this essential infrastructure and preserving the delicate balance of water management in the area.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TWOMILE SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Rp Bonnette Pond Dam
Bobcat Landing Road , 29003