Larry L Yonce Pond Dam

TR-SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER· Edgefield, South Carolina· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Larry L Yonce Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC)
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage77 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
NID IDSC00113

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JW YONCE & SONS FARMS INC;PC LAND LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Larry L Yonce Pond Dam?

Larry L Yonce Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Larry L Yonce Pond Dam?

Larry L Yonce Pond Dam is owned by JW YONCE & SONS FARMS INC;PC LAND LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Larry L Yonce Pond Dam?

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

How tall is Larry L Yonce Pond Dam?

Larry L Yonce Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Larry L Yonce Pond Dam last inspected?

Larry L Yonce Pond Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2022. 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.