Leaird Pond Dam

TR-ROCKY CREEK· Chesterfield, South Carolina· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Leaird Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC)
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
NID IDSC02300

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: October 24, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TARHEEL ONLINE RETAIL LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leaird Pond Dam?

Leaird 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 Leaird Pond Dam?

Leaird Pond Dam is owned by TARHEEL ONLINE RETAIL LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Leaird Pond Dam?

Leaird 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 Leaird Pond Dam?

Leaird Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Leaird Pond Dam last inspected?

Leaird Pond Dam was last inspected on October 24, 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.