Lindenzweig Pond Dam

TR-HANGING ROCK CREEK· Lancaster, South Carolina· Built 1950· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lindenzweig Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC)
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDSC01346

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 19, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BARON AND GENIVEVE M HENDRIX

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lindenzweig Pond Dam?

Lindenzweig 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 Lindenzweig Pond Dam?

Lindenzweig Pond Dam is owned by BARON AND GENIVEVE M HENDRIX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lindenzweig Pond Dam built?

Lindenzweig Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Lindenzweig Pond Dam?

Lindenzweig 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 Lindenzweig Pond Dam?

Lindenzweig Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Lindenzweig Pond Dam last inspected?

Lindenzweig Pond Dam was last inspected on October 19, 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.