Tr-Fawn Branch Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Tr-Fawn Branch Pond Dam, also known as Good Shepherd Memorial Park Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.


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Summary

Constructed in 1958, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 750 feet in length. Its primary purpose is for irrigation, with additional recreational benefits.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is poor, indicating a need for maintenance and potential upgrades. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control regulates the dam, ensuring state permitting, inspection, and enforcement are in place. With a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres, the dam presents opportunities for water resource management in the region.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the Tr-Fawn Branch Pond Dam can appreciate its historical significance and potential for enhancing irrigation practices in the area. Understanding the regulatory framework and current condition of the dam can inform future decision-making regarding its maintenance and operation to ensure the safety and sustainability of its water management functions.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

750

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-FAWN BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Nid Storage

86

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.