Chigger Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chigger Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02775 |
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
BRIAN BONNER;CHARLES MAYES AND JAMI MAYES;FERRIS JONES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chigger Lake Dam?
Chigger 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 Chigger Lake Dam?
Chigger Lake Dam is owned by BRIAN BONNER;CHARLES MAYES AND JAMI MAYES;FERRIS JONES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chigger Lake Dam built?
Chigger Lake Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Chigger Lake Dam?
Chigger Lake 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 Chigger Lake Dam?
Chigger Lake Dam 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 Chigger Lake Dam last inspected?
Chigger Lake Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.