Spring Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Darpo Dam Jeffords Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Spring Lake Dam, located in Darlington, South Carolina, serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1958, stands at 16 feet high and spans 403 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet, it primarily caters to recreational purposes and offers a surface area of 16 acres for visitors to enjoy.
Managed by a private owner, the dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated as of its last inspection in September 2018. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unclear.
Located along Buckholtz Creek, Spring Lake Dam offers a serene environment for outdoor activities while also serving as a critical structure for water resource management. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and assessing the condition of dams like Spring Lake Dam will be essential to ensure their safety and longevity for future generations of enthusiasts to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
403 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
BUCKHOLTZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2450cfs |
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
375cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
144cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
136cfs |
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
520cfs |
Pee Dee River At Peedee
|
3460cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Spring Lake Dam