Crystal Sprngs Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Crystal Springs Lake Dam, located in Lexington, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1900 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 19 feet with a length of 165 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 269 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 25 acres. The dam is situated on the East Fork Scouter Branch and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Despite its age, the dam is assessed to be in fair condition with a low hazard potential. Inspected every five years, the last assessment in April 2017 found the dam to have a moderate risk level. With a spillway type classified as uncontrolled, the dam does not have any associated locks or gates. In the event of an emergency, however, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unspecified.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Crystal Springs Lake Dam serves as a historical landmark and recreational site that also plays a critical role in water storage and management in the region. Its condition, risk assessment, and regulatory oversight provide valuable insights into the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to ensure public safety and environmental sustainability in the face of changing climate patterns and increased stress on water resources.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
165 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
EAST FORK SCOUTER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Nid Storage |
269 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Crystal Sprngs Lake Dam