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Abells Millpond Dam, located in Lexington, South Carolina, was completed in 1900 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
This Earth-type dam stands at 18 feet in height and spans 285 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Lightwood Knot Creek, within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, with the last inspection in April 2017 revealing maintenance issues. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control regulates the dam, ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. With a surface area of 13 acres and a normal storage level of 57 acre-feet, Abells Millpond Dam remains a significant feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region, despite its current state of disrepair.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
285 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
LIGHTWOOD KNOT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Dreher Island State Rec Area
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Woodmen of the World Park
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Aiken State Park
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Boggy Campground
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