Jco Farms Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Harters Pond Dam Sanders Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Jco Farms Dam, located in Allendale, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1993, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 945 feet, providing a storage capacity of 382 acre-feet. Situated on the banks of the Little Duck Branch, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water for agricultural activities in the region.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Jco Farms Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with relevant standards. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is rated in fair condition as of the last assessment in 2017. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are currently not available, indicating a potential area for improvement in terms of preparedness and mitigation strategies.
With a history of regular inspections and a relatively stable condition, Jco Farms Dam continues to serve its purpose effectively in providing water for irrigation and other uses. As an essential component of the local water resource infrastructure, this dam plays a vital role in supporting agricultural activities and contributing to the resilience of the region's water supply system. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and ensuring the safety and efficiency of structures like Jco Farms Dam is crucial for sustainable water management and adaptation to changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1993 |
Dam Length |
945 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE DUCK BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Nid Storage |
382 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Jco Farms Dam