Loyds Pond Dam

TR-HAMILTON CREEK· Pickens, South Carolina· Built 1972· 41 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Loyds Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 41 ft (taller than 93% in SC)
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage148 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDSC01396

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: No
Last Inspection: October 12, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LOYD'S INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Loyds Pond Dam?

Loyds 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 Loyds Pond Dam?

Loyds Pond Dam is owned by LOYD'S INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Loyds Pond Dam built?

Loyds Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Loyds Pond Dam?

Loyds 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 Loyds Pond Dam?

Loyds Pond Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Loyds Pond Dam last inspected?

Loyds Pond Dam was last inspected on October 12, 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.