Charles Luthers Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Luthers Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01946 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALLAN C HOLLOMAN;CLARENCE RANDELL EWING JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Luthers Dam?
Charles Luthers Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Charles Luthers Dam?
Charles Luthers Dam is owned by ALLAN C HOLLOMAN;CLARENCE RANDELL EWING JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Luthers Dam built?
Charles Luthers Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Charles Luthers Dam?
Charles Luthers Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Charles Luthers Dam?
Charles Luthers 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.
When was Charles Luthers Dam last inspected?
Charles Luthers Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.