Big Survey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Survey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 874 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 304 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 95 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01452 |
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
ELGERBAR CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Survey Lake Dam?
Big Survey 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 Big Survey Lake Dam?
Big Survey Lake Dam is owned by ELGERBAR CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Survey Lake Dam built?
Big Survey Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Big Survey Lake Dam?
Big Survey 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 Big Survey Lake Dam?
Big Survey Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Big Survey Lake Dam last inspected?
Big Survey Lake Dam was last inspected on November 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.