Lackland Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sulton Pond Dam Baker Mill Lake
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lackland Pond Dam, located in Calhoun, South Carolina, stands as a vital structure regulating the flow of the Little Sandy Run.
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Summary
Built in 1950, this private-owned earth dam primarily serves recreational purposes, offering a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. Standing at a height of 14 feet and with a length of 560 feet, Lackland Pond Dam boasts a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 17 acres.
Maintained by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Lackland Pond Dam has been assessed as fair in condition with a low hazard potential. With a moderate risk level assigned to it, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety measures. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management in the region, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to prevent potential risks.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, Lackland Pond Dam serves as a crucial infrastructure in mitigating flooding and ensuring water availability for recreational activities. With its presence overlooking the Calhoun landscape, Lackland Pond Dam stands as a reminder of the delicate balance between human intervention and environmental stewardship in managing water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE SANDY RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Lackland Pond Dam