Hugh Gray Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hugh Gray Dam, located in Laurens, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure built in 1963 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 33 feet and spanning 375 feet in length, this earth-type dam harnesses the waters of TR-Rabon Creek to create a reservoir with a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition, with the last inspection taking place in September 2017.
The dam, managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, is situated within the jurisdiction of the state and is subject to regular inspection, permitting, and enforcement. While it lacks certain features like spillways and outlet gates, Hugh Gray Dam remains a key site for recreational activities with its surface area of 4 acres. With its proximity to the community and the oversight of state regulatory agencies, the dam serves as both a resource for water management and a potential area of improvement for ensuring public safety and enjoyment in the future.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RABON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Saluda River Near Ware Shoals
|
503cfs |
South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court
|
17cfs |
Enoree River Near Woodruff
|
210cfs |
Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells
|
1090cfs |
Reedy River Above Fork Shoals
|
116cfs |
Saluda River At Chappells
|
1220cfs |
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.
Hugh Gray Dam