Metze Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Metze Pond Dam, located in Richland, South Carolina, is a state-regulated structure with a significant hazard potential and a poor condition assessment.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 20 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 72 acre-feet. The last inspection of the dam was conducted on March 15, 2021, with a frequency of inspections set at every 3 years.
Although the primary purpose of Metze Pond Dam is not listed, it is known to be under the jurisdiction of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). The dam, part of the Savannah District, does not have associated structures or a designated designer. With its location on the NID database as SCD0540, Metze Pond Dam presents a critical site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor due to its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment. As an essential water management structure, the dam's safety and maintenance are crucial aspects to ensure the protection of surrounding communities and the environment.
Dam Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
82 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia
|
790cfs |
Broad River At Alston
|
1790cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
907cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
4cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
3010cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
38cfs |
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.
Metze Pond Dam
Highway 6 6, Columbia