C. S. Lake 17 Dam
Key Takeaway
C. S. Lake 17 Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 532 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC10004 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of C. S. Lake 17 Dam?
C. S. Lake 17 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 C. S. Lake 17 Dam?
C. S. Lake 17 Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was C. S. Lake 17 Dam built?
C. S. Lake 17 Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 C. S. Lake 17 Dam?
C. S. Lake 17 Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is C. S. Lake 17 Dam?
C. S. Lake 17 Dam has a dam height of 13 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 C. S. Lake 17 Dam last inspected?
C. S. Lake 17 Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.