Bay Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bay Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00623 |
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
FRANK P COPELAND JR TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bay Lake Dam?
Bay 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 Bay Lake Dam?
Bay Lake Dam is owned by FRANK P COPELAND JR TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bay Lake Dam built?
Bay Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bay Lake Dam?
Bay Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bay Lake Dam?
Bay Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.