Situated in Laurens, South Carolina, Ed Dohar Pond Dam, also known as Dohar Dam, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Constructed in 1975, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans a length of 850 feet, creating a tranquil pond with a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 indicated poor maintenance, raising concerns about its long-term structural integrity.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Ed Dohar Pond Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols. The dam overlooks the scenic TR-Stoddard Creek and offers a surface area of 6 acres for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. With a drainage area that remains unspecified, the dam's design features a buttress core and an unlisted/unknown foundation type, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
As climate change increasingly impacts water resources and infrastructure, the significance of maintaining dams like Ed Dohar Pond Dam becomes paramount. With its location in a region represented by Congressman Jeff Duncan (R), the dam serves as a vital recreational asset while highlighting the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-STODDARD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn
|
8cfs |
Reedy River Above Fork Shoals
|
116cfs |
Enoree River Near Woodruff
|
210cfs |
South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court
|
17cfs |
Enoree River At Pelham
|
86cfs |
Reedy River Near Greenville
|
36cfs |