J B Johnson Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

J B Johnson Pond Dam, located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a private recreational dam built in 1955 on the TR-Holston Creek.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 33 feet and a length of 325 feet, this earth dam provides a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet for recreational purposes. Despite its fair condition assessment from the latest inspection in October 2019, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential.

Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), J B Johnson Pond Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, with a normal storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres. The dam's hazard potential, coupled with its age and condition, highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, J B Johnson Pond Dam offers an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and management. With its location on the TR-Holston Creek and the potential risks associated with a high hazard classification, this dam serves as a reminder of the critical role that proper maintenance and oversight play in ensuring the safety of these structures and the surrounding communities.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

325

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

TR-HOLSTON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Nid Storage

37

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

33
       
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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.