D Honey No 3 Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: John Keenan Dam D Honey No 1 Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
D Honey No 3 Pond Dam, also known as Benjamin Marquis Dam, is a privately-owned structure located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam, completed in 1957, stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 240 feet, creating a surface area of 10 acres for recreational purposes. The dam is situated on the TR-OBED CREEK, and its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet.
Despite its recreational benefits, D Honey No 3 Pond Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment as of February 2020. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), with state enforcement, permitting, and inspection in place to ensure its safety. With a normal storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, the dam is a significant feature in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in its historical significance and potential risks associated with its condition.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the D Honey No 3 Pond Dam, they are drawn to its unique design as an Earth dam with a Buttress core. With a notable association with the TR-OBED CREEK, visitors can appreciate the recreational opportunities it offers while also recognizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate the high hazard potential associated with its poor condition. The dam's location within Spartanburg, South Carolina, provides a valuable focal point for discussions on water management practices and the intersection of recreation, safety, and environmental conservation in dam infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
240 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-OBED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
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