Arcadia Woods Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arcadia Woods Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00093 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARCADIA WOODS LAKE CO INC
Private
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High Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Arcadia Woods Lake Dam?
Arcadia Woods Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Arcadia Woods Lake Dam?
Arcadia Woods Lake Dam is owned by ARCADIA WOODS LAKE CO INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arcadia Woods Lake Dam built?
Arcadia Woods Lake Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Arcadia Woods Lake Dam?
Arcadia Woods 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 Arcadia Woods Lake Dam?
Arcadia Woods Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Arcadia Woods Lake Dam last inspected?
Arcadia Woods Lake Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.