Leonard Dobson Dam, also known as Dodson Pond Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
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Built in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres. The dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 355 feet in length, containing stone core materials and resting on a soil foundation.
Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Leonard Dobson Dam remains under state regulation and inspection by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, posing moderate risk according to a risk assessment rating of 3. The last inspection conducted in March 2021 revealed the need for improvement, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource infrastructure along the TR-MAPLE CREEK.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
355 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MAPLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |