Baker Mill Lake

SANDY RUN· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1974· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Baker Mill Lake is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC)
Max Storage324 acre-ft
Normal Storage144 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDSC00565

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 13, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BAKER MILL HOME OWNERS ASSOC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Baker Mill Lake?

Baker Mill Lake 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 Baker Mill Lake?

Baker Mill Lake is owned by BAKER MILL HOME OWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Baker Mill Lake built?

Baker Mill Lake was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Baker Mill Lake?

Baker Mill Lake 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 Baker Mill Lake?

Baker Mill Lake has a dam height of 19 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 Baker Mill Lake last inspected?

Baker Mill Lake was last inspected on March 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.