Clyde Laney Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Clyde Laney Pond Dam, also known as Margaret Laney Dam, is a private earth dam located in Chesterfield, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1970, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and has a height of 13 feet with a length of 700 feet. It is situated on the Huckleberry Branch river and has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 83 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment has been rated as poor, with the last inspection in November 2019 highlighting the need for improvements. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections, but its maintenance and emergency preparedness measures seem lacking. With its captivating history and potential significance for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Clyde Laney Pond Dam presents an opportunity for further exploration and advocacy for its preservation and enhancement to meet modern safety standards.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
HUCKLEBERRY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
108cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
121cfs |
Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg
|
82cfs |
Rocky River Near Norwood
|
305cfs |
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.
Clyde Laney Pond Dam