Gresette Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Gresette Pond Dam, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is a private dam situated on Little Limestone Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and stretches 310 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet for recreational purposes. The dam, built on a stone core and soil foundation, has a surface area of 7 acres and a normal storage level of 38 acre-feet.
Despite its fair condition assessment as of February 2019, Gresette Pond Dam poses a significant hazard potential and undergoes inspections every three years to ensure its structural integrity. The dam is state-regulated by South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) and is equipped with emergency action plans to mitigate risks. The dam's last inspection revealed no major concerns, and it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Gresette Pond Dam serves as a vital recreational structure in the region, adding to the picturesque landscape of Orangeburg County. With its strategic location and potential risk factors, the dam stands as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring in safeguarding water resources and infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE LIMESTONE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Fork Edisto River At Orangeburg
|
950cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Denmark
|
805cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Cope
|
838cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Bamberg
|
906cfs |
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
76cfs |
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.
Gresette Pond Dam