Paxton Millpond Dam

BLACK CREEK· Lexington, South Carolina· Built 1882· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Paxton Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1882 and is 144 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage224 acre-ft
Normal Storage163 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres
Year Completed1882 (144 years old)
NID IDSC00152

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: April 5, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

HENRY DAVID GUNTER AND TONI GUNTER II

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paxton Millpond Dam?

Paxton Millpond 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 Paxton Millpond Dam?

Paxton Millpond Dam is owned by HENRY DAVID GUNTER AND TONI GUNTER II (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Paxton Millpond Dam built?

Paxton Millpond Dam was completed in 1882, making it 144 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 Paxton Millpond Dam?

Paxton 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 Paxton Millpond Dam?

Paxton Millpond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Paxton Millpond Dam last inspected?

Paxton Millpond Dam was last inspected on April 5, 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.