Lahentz Searcy Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lahentz Searcy Dam in Marlboro, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1955 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 8 feet and a length of 1230 feet, this dam serves as a reservoir on TR-LILY QUICK CREEK, providing a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, 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.
Located within the Wilmington District, Lahentz Searcy Dam is managed by private owners and has no associated federal agencies involved in its ownership, funding, design, construction, or regulation. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a surface area of 9 acres and a normal storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, it meets guidelines for emergency action plans (EAP) and has updated emergency contacts in place. With a designated inspection frequency of 5 years, Lahentz Searcy Dam continues to provide recreational opportunities while maintaining a focus on safety and risk management measures.
In the event of an emergency, Lahentz Searcy Dam is equipped with appropriate measures to mitigate risks and ensure public safety. The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, indicating a relatively low likelihood of failure. With a focus on maintaining a fair condition assessment and addressing any necessary repairs or upgrades, Lahentz Searcy Dam remains a vital water resource for the community while adhering to state regulations and safety standards enforced by the South Carolina DHEC.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
1230 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LILY QUICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg
|
82cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Lumber River Near Maxton
|
372cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
|
181cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
108cfs |
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.
Lahentz Searcy Dam