Herman Goehring Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Herman Goehring Dam, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, was completed in 1999 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam is privately owned and regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. With a height of 14 feet and a length of 400 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 69.6 acre-feet.
The dam sits on the TR-BOLEN MILL CREEK and is classified as an earth dam with a stone core and soil foundation. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and assessed to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The condition of the dam was rated as fair during its last inspection in July 2017, with a moderate risk level assigned. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled and has a width of 0 feet.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Herman Goehring Dam intriguing due to its unique design and multiple purposes. The dam provides essential functions such as fire protection and recreational opportunities while also serving as a habitat for small fish. Its location in South Carolina, under the jurisdiction of the state regulatory agency, highlights the importance of proper management and maintenance of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOLEN MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Herman Goehring Dam