Goodson Pond Dam
Goodson Pond Dam is a dam located in Darlington County, South Carolina, built in 1950. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
About Goodson Pond Dam
The primary purpose of Goodson Pond Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. It impounds the Hurricane Branch.
The dam stands 14 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 10 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. Completed in 1950, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
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Undetermined Hazard ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Darlington |
| River/Stream | Hurricane Branch |
| Coordinates | 34.37000, -79.78080 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | SCD03544 |
| Federal ID | SCD03544 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |