Calhoun Lakes Dam 1

TR-LAWSONS FORK CREEK· Spartanburg, South Carolina· Built 1968· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDSC02187

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: No
Last Inspection: June 8, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

CALHOUN LAKES INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Calhoun Lakes Dam 1?

Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 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 Calhoun Lakes Dam 1?

Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 is owned by CALHOUN LAKES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 built?

Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Calhoun Lakes Dam 1?

Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 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 Calhoun Lakes Dam 1?

Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 has a dam height of 15 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 Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 last inspected?

Calhoun Lakes Dam 1 was last inspected on June 8, 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.