Herberts Pond Dam, also known as Herbert Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Laurens, South Carolina. Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and stretches 345 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Herberts Pond Dam is for recreation, offering a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities like fishing and boating on the TR-DIRTY CREEK.

Despite its low hazard potential, Herberts Pond Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of September 2017. The dam's risk assessment level is classified as very high, indicating a need for thorough inspection and potential risk management measures. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) is responsible for regulating and inspecting the dam to ensure public safety and protection of the surrounding environment. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, keeping a close eye on Herberts Pond Dam and its maintenance efforts is crucial to preserving the integrity of this recreational structure and the ecosystem it supports.