Smurfit-Stone Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Palles Pond Dam Boling Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Located in Florence, South Carolina, the Smurfit-Stone Lagoon Dam, also known as Rocktenn Dam, is a privately owned structure regulating Bachelor Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam, primarily used for purposes other than flood control or hydroelectric power generation, stands at a height of 17 feet and stretches over 26,000 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 7107 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding area, providing a normal storage capacity of 7000 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 1400 acres.
Despite its importance, the Smurfit-Stone Lagoon Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of December 2017, with a low hazard potential. The dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safety and functionality. With a moderate risk assessment rating and a designated emergency action plan, the dam is equipped to handle potential risks and emergencies, although improvements may be necessary to enhance its overall condition and resilience. Overall, the Smurfit-Stone Lagoon Dam stands as a critical asset in the management of water resources in the region, warranting continued monitoring and maintenance to safeguard its integrity.
Dam Length |
26928 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
BACHELOR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1400 |
Nid Storage |
7107 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pee Dee River Below Pee Dee
|
2840cfs |
Pee Dee River At Peedee
|
2760cfs |
Lynches River At Effingham
|
558cfs |
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
299cfs |
Little Pee Dee R. At Galivants Ferry
|
2320cfs |
Waccamaw River At Conway Marina At Conway
|
2260cfs |
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.
Smurfit-Stone Lagoon Dam