Laughlin Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Laughlin Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00326 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
D&M PARTNERS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laughlin Pond Dam?
Laughlin Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Laughlin Pond Dam?
Laughlin Pond Dam is owned by D&M PARTNERS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laughlin Pond Dam built?
Laughlin Pond Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Laughlin Pond Dam?
Laughlin 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 Laughlin Pond Dam?
Laughlin Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Laughlin Pond Dam last inspected?
Laughlin Pond Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.