Kesler Pond Dam dam
Kesler Pond Dam
Kesler Pond Dam, located in Newberry, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed for recreational purposes. Standing at a height of 18 feet with a length of 360 feet, this earth dam contributes to the management of the Saluda River. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and potential risk mitigation measures.
With a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres, Kesler Pond Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating. However, its uncontrolled spillway type and outdated inspection date of October 2017 raise concerns about the dam's ability to withstand extreme weather events and protect downstream communities. Climate enthusiasts may find interest in monitoring the dam's risk assessment and management measures to ensure the safety of water resources in the area.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the upkeep and regulation of structures like Kesler Pond Dam become crucial in preventing potential disasters. With state regulatory agencies like SC DHEC overseeing permitting, inspections, and enforcement, the dam's role in recreation and water management remains intertwined with efforts to adapt to a changing climate. Enthusiasts and stakeholders alike can engage in discussions and actions to improve the resilience of Kesler Pond Dam and similar structures in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Kesler Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bush River Nr Prosperity | 58 cfs | → |
| Little River Nr Silverstreet | 114 cfs | → |
| Saluda River At Chappells | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells | 930 cfs | → |
| Broad River At Alston | 2,370 cfs | → |
| Enoree River At Whitmire | 279 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kesler Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- 844 Riverbend Point, Leesville, Sc 29070
- Arrowhead Drive Greenwood County
- Sassafras Lane Newberry County
- Park Marina Drive 79, Newberry County
- Broad River Road Newberry County
Campgrounds
- Lake Greenwood State Park
- Dreher Island State Rec Area
- Boggy Campground
- Brick House Campground
- Brick House
- Collins Creek Seasonal Camp
Fishing spots
Track Kesler Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Kesler Pond Dam
Where does the data for Kesler Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Kesler Pond Dam.