Lloyd Baxley Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Clemons Upper Dam Clemons Lower Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Lloyd Baxley Dam, located in Georgetown, South Carolina, was completed in 1994 and serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
This private-owned dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 415 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 109 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 51.2 acre-feet. Situated on TR-BLACK MINGO CREEK, this earth-type dam with a buttress core type covers a surface area of 16 acres and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC).
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, Lloyd Baxley Dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and overall condition. The most recent assessment in December 2017 rated the dam's condition as fair, indicating that necessary maintenance and upkeep are being carried out to uphold its reliability. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status, risk assessment, and risk management measures are currently unspecified, suggesting a potential focus area for further improvement and preparedness in case of any unforeseen events.
With its vital role in sustaining irrigation activities in the region, Lloyd Baxley Dam underscores the importance of water resource management and climate resilience. As climate change impacts continue to pose challenges to water availability and quality, the upkeep and regulation of structures like Lloyd Baxley Dam are essential in ensuring the continued sustainability and resilience of water resources in South Carolina and beyond.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACK MINGO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Nid Storage |
109 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee River At Hwy 701 Nr Bucksport
|
8500cfs |
Turkey Creek Near Maryville
|
2cfs |
Black River At Kingstree
|
1280cfs |
Santee River Nr Jamestown
|
1170cfs |
Waccamaw River At Conway Marina At Conway
|
2260cfs |
Little Pee Dee R. At Galivants Ferry
|
2320cfs |
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.
Lloyd Baxley Dam