Crout Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Crout Pond Dam, located in Lexington, South Carolina, was completed in 1938 and stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 500 feet.


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Summary

The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, with a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet and a surface area of 19 acres. Situated on Twelvemile Creek, the dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was marked as unsatisfactory during the last inspection in 2016. The emergency action plan (EAP) for Crout Pond Dam has not been updated recently, and there are no inundation maps prepared for potential risk assessment. The dam is privately owned and maintained, highlighting the importance of proper management and maintenance to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.

With its scenic location and recreational value, Crout Pond Dam serves as both a local landmark and a potential source of concern due to its unsatisfactory condition assessment. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the dam's maintenance and regulatory compliance to mitigate any potential risks and uphold the safety and integrity of the structure for future generations to enjoy.

Year Completed

1938

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TWELVEMILE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Nid Storage

160

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.