Camp Longridge Lake

TR-THORNTREE CREEK· Fairfield, South Carolina· Built 1967· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Camp Longridge Lake is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC)
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDSC01221

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: May 3, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

CAMP LONG RIDGE CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Longridge Lake?

Camp Longridge 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 Camp Longridge Lake?

Camp Longridge Lake is owned by CAMP LONG RIDGE CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Longridge Lake built?

Camp Longridge Lake was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Camp Longridge Lake?

Camp Longridge 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 Camp Longridge Lake?

Camp Longridge Lake has a dam height of 31 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 Camp Longridge Lake last inspected?

Camp Longridge Lake was last inspected on May 3, 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.