Mclaurins Millpond Dam

NAKED CREEK· Marlboro, South Carolina· Built 1900· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mclaurins Millpond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC)
Max Storage472 acre-ft
Normal Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area76 acres
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDSC00637

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 19, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

STERLING MCDIARMID

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mclaurins Millpond Dam?

Mclaurins Millpond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mclaurins Millpond Dam?

Mclaurins Millpond Dam is owned by STERLING MCDIARMID (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mclaurins Millpond Dam built?

Mclaurins Millpond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Mclaurins Millpond Dam?

Mclaurins Millpond 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 Mclaurins Millpond Dam?

Mclaurins Millpond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Mclaurins Millpond Dam last inspected?

Mclaurins Millpond Dam was last inspected on November 19, 2021. 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.