Larry Crenshaw Dam dam
Larry Crenshaw Dam
Situated in Laurens, South Carolina, the Larry Crenshaw Dam, also known as Rock Quarry Pond, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 985 feet. With a storage capacity of 213 acre-feet, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and improvements. The last inspection was conducted in September 2017, with a recommended inspection frequency of 5 years. While the risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined, it is crucial for the dam's owners to prioritize risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of this recreational water resource.
Supported by the South Carolina DHEC and the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Larry Crenshaw Dam serves as a vital component of the local community, offering both leisure and environmental benefits. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to stay informed about the status of dams like Larry Crenshaw and advocate for their upkeep to preserve these valuable assets for future generations.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Larry Crenshaw Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court | 89 cfs | → |
| Saluda River Near Ware Shoals | 1,780 cfs | → |
| Enoree River Near Woodruff | 427 cfs | → |
| Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells | 4,260 cfs | → |
| Saluda River At Chappells | 4,350 cfs | → |
| Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn | 22 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Larry Crenshaw Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Lake Greenwood State Park
- Brick House
- Brick House Campground
- Sedalia
- Sedalia Campground
- Parsons Mountain Lake
Fishing spots
Track Larry Crenshaw Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Larry Crenshaw Dam
Where does the data for Larry Crenshaw Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Larry Crenshaw Dam.