Sexton Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sexton Dam, located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 2011, stands at a height of 39 feet and stretches 290 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 41 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Dutchman Creek, this earth dam with a stone core is regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Despite its low hazard potential, Sexton Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of June 2017, prompting the need for regular inspections every five years. The risk assessment for the dam indicates a moderate level of risk, warranting attention to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With its proximity to a significant water resource and its function as a wildlife habitat, the maintenance and management of Sexton Dam are crucial in sustaining the surrounding ecosystem and mitigating potential risks associated with its operation.
Year Completed |
2011 |
Dam Length |
290 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DUTCHMAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
41 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Enoree River Near Woodruff
|
210cfs |
Lawsons Fork Creek At Spartanburg Sc
|
66cfs |
Enoree River At Whitmire
|
308cfs |
Tyger River Near Delta
|
469cfs |
Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn
|
8cfs |
South Tyger River Below Duncan
|
61cfs |
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.
Sexton Dam