Lazar Dam

TR-JEFFRIES CREEK· Florence, South Carolina· Built 1987· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lazar Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 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	12 ft (taller than 11% in SC)
Max Storage	50 acre-ft
Normal Storage	35 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Year Completed	1987 (39 years old)
NID ID	SC02327

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: February 15, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LAZAR PLACE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lazar Dam?

Lazar 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 Lazar Dam?

Lazar Dam is owned by LAZAR PLACE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lazar Dam built?

Lazar Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Lazar Dam?

Lazar 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 Lazar Dam?

Lazar Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Lazar Dam last inspected?

Lazar Dam was last inspected on February 15, 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.