Hendricks Pond Dam

TR-WALNUT CREEK· Laurens, South Carolina· Built 1978· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hendricks Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDSC02067

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

HENDRICKS FAMILY PROPERTIES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hendricks Pond Dam?

Hendricks Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hendricks Pond Dam?

Hendricks Pond Dam is owned by HENDRICKS FAMILY PROPERTIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hendricks Pond Dam built?

Hendricks Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Hendricks Pond Dam?

Hendricks Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hendricks Pond Dam?

Hendricks Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Hendricks Pond Dam last inspected?

Hendricks Pond Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.