Cleveland Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cleveland Park Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02201 |
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
SPARTANBURG COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cleveland Park Lake Dam?
Cleveland Park Lake 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 Cleveland Park Lake Dam?
Cleveland Park Lake Dam is owned by SPARTANBURG COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cleveland Park Lake Dam built?
Cleveland Park Lake Dam was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Cleveland Park Lake Dam?
Cleveland Park 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 Cleveland Park Lake Dam?
Cleveland Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Cleveland Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Cleveland Park Lake Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.