Christmas Mill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Christmas Mill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| NID ID | SC02490 |
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
SOUTH CAROLINA FORESTRY COMMISSION
State Government
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Low Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Christmas Mill Lake Dam?
Christmas Mill 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 Christmas Mill Lake Dam?
Christmas Mill Lake Dam is owned by SOUTH CAROLINA FORESTRY COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Christmas Mill Lake Dam?
Christmas Mill Lake Dam 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 Christmas Mill Lake Dam?
Christmas Mill Lake 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 Christmas Mill Lake Dam last inspected?
Christmas Mill Lake Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.