Taylor Millpond Dam, located in Lexington, South Carolina, is a private-owned structure that stands as a recreational landmark along the TWELVEMILE CREEK.
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Built in 1900, this Earth-type dam boasts a height of 17 feet and a length of 500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 151 acre-feet. Despite its historical significance and purpose for recreational activities, the dam is currently classified as having a "Low" hazard potential and a "Poor" condition assessment, indicating potential risks and maintenance concerns.
The dam is under the regulatory oversight of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement mechanisms in place. Despite these regulatory measures, the dam's condition assessment from 2017 raises concerns about its structural integrity. The risk assessment for Taylor Millpond Dam categorizes it as having a "Very High" risk level, emphasizing the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the preservation of the dam's recreational functionality.
Given its age and condition, Taylor Millpond Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring of water resource infrastructure. With its proximity to residential areas and the potential impact of a dam failure, stakeholders and regulators must work collaboratively to address the identified risks and implement suitable risk management strategies to safeguard both the dam and the local community from potential harm.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TWELVEMILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
151 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |