Rabon Creek Wcd Dam 32 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Herberts Pond Dam Boyd's Millpond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Rabon Creek WCD Dam 32, also known as Lake Rabon, is a vital water resource infrastructure located in Laurens, South Carolina.
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Summary
Built in 1987 by McGill-Grogan and Associates, this earth dam stands at a height of 72 feet and stretches over 1440 feet in length. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, it also serves for recreation and water supply, showcasing its multi-functional value to the community.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Rabon Creek WCD Dam 32 has a storage capacity of 28,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 540 acres. The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, yet its current condition is assessed as fair. Regular inspections occur every two years to ensure safety and compliance with regulations, with the last assessment conducted in May 2020.
Despite its high hazard potential, Rabon Creek WCD Dam 32 poses a moderate risk (level 3) according to the risk assessment. Emergency action plans are in place, and the dam meets regulatory guidelines. With its strategic location along Rabon Creek and contributions to flood risk reduction, recreation, and water supply, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
1440 |
Dam Height |
72 |
River Or Stream |
RABON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
540 |
Nid Storage |
28000 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
72 |
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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.
Rabon Creek Wcd Dam 32