Leaird Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Crawford Pond Dam Jordan Tailings Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Chesterfield, South Carolina, the Leaird Pond Dam stands as a private entity regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
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Summary
This earth dam, constructed with a stone core on a soil foundation, reaches a height of 19.6 feet and boasts a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet. With a normal storage level of 84 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 12.8 acres in the watershed of TR-Rocky Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, the Leaird Pond Dam is assessed to be in fair condition as of its last inspection in October 2017. With a moderate risk rating, the dam has an inspection frequency of every five years. While no emergency action plan (EAP) is currently prepared, the structure meets regulatory guidelines. With Tom Rice representing the area in Congress, the Leaird Pond Dam stands as a testament to the delicate balance between water resource management and environmental stewardship in South Carolina.
Dam Height |
19.6 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ROCKY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.8 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
108cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
121cfs |
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
443cfs |
Waxhaw Creek At Sr1103 Near Jackson
|
1cfs |
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
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.
Leaird Pond Dam