Knights Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ziegenfuss Pond Dam Thomas Pellet Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Knights Pond Dam, also known as Knight/Tumblin Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Laurens, South Carolina.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and stretches 430 feet in length, serving primarily for recreational purposes. Situated on Walnut Creek, the dam provides a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Knights Pond Dam is assessed to be in poor condition as of September 2017. The dam is regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and there are no associated structures or locks present.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Knights Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management. Its unique design as an earth dam with buttress core types raises questions about long-term maintenance and risk management, especially given its poor condition assessment. As discussions on dam safety and maintenance continue, the future of Knights Pond Dam and its role in the local ecosystem remain topics of interest and concern.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WALNUT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Saluda River Near Ware Shoals
|
503cfs |
South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court
|
17cfs |
Reedy River Above Fork Shoals
|
116cfs |
Saluda River Near Williamston
|
458cfs |
Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn
|
8cfs |
Rocky River Nr Starr
|
58cfs |
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.
Knights Pond Dam