American Legion Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
American Legion Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SC00242 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LYNDON MOORE ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of American Legion Lake Dam?
American Legion Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates American Legion Lake Dam?
American Legion Lake Dam is owned by LYNDON MOORE ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of American Legion Lake Dam?
American Legion Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is American Legion Lake Dam?
American Legion Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was American Legion Lake Dam last inspected?
American Legion Lake Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.