Urquhart Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Urquhart Pond Dam, located in Lexington, South Carolina, was completed in 1920 and stands at a height of 17 feet with a length of 708 feet.


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Summary

The dam primarily serves a recreational purpose and has a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet. Situated on First Creek, this earth dam features a buttress core and is privately owned.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control to ensure its structural integrity. The last assessment in 2017 deemed the dam to be in fair condition. With a surface area of 22 acres, Urquhart Pond Dam provides a scenic and serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities such as fishing and boating.

Managed by private owners, Urquhart Pond Dam continues to be a valuable resource for the local community, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and water recreation enthusiasts. Its historical significance and picturesque location on First Creek make it a popular destination for those seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of South Carolina's natural beauty.

Year Completed

1920

Dam Length

708

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

FIRST CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Nid Storage

160

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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.