Scott Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bush Pond Dam Charlie Holmes Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Scott Pond Dam, located in Edgefield, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 200 feet, creating a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. Despite its scenic surface area of 5 acres, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with a significant hazard potential noted.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Scott Pond Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The last inspection conducted in February 2019 revealed the dam's deteriorating condition, prompting concern for potential risks and the need for emergency action planning. With no modifications or risk management measures documented, the dam poses a notable safety concern for both the surrounding community and the Long Branch river ecosystem.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the monitoring and maintenance of dams like Scott Pond Dam become crucial in ensuring public safety and environmental protection. With its poor condition and significant hazard potential, stakeholders must prioritize necessary repairs and emergency preparedness measures to mitigate risks associated with this aging structure.
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
LONG BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mctier Creek (Rd 209) Near Monetta
|
20cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Bush River Nr Prosperity
|
58cfs |
Saluda River At Chappells
|
1220cfs |
Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells
|
1090cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Scott Pond Dam