Lb Davidson Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lb Davidson Pond Dam, also known as Hugh Mcdowell Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Spartanburg, South Carolina along the TR-PACOLET RIVER.


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Summary

Built in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, primarily serving the purposes of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition as of the last inspection in May 2017.

The dam, managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance. With a surface area of 6 acres and a normal storage capacity of 38 acre-feet, Lb Davidson Pond Dam provides recreational opportunities alongside its primary functions. However, the dam's condition assessment indicates the need for maintenance and potential upgrades to improve its structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and address the maintenance needs of dams like Lb Davidson Pond Dam to mitigate risks and ensure the sustainable management of water resources. By staying informed about the condition of such structures and advocating for necessary improvements, we can contribute to the resilience of our water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions and increasing demands on water resources.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

275

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR-PACOLET RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Nid Storage

50

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.