Conestee Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Conestee Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1812 and is 214 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 710 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 93 acres |
| Year Completed | 1812 (214 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00015 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CONESTEE FOUNDATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Conestee Lake Dam?
Conestee Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Conestee Lake Dam?
Conestee Lake Dam is owned by CONESTEE FOUNDATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Conestee Lake Dam built?
Conestee Lake Dam was completed in 1812, making it 214 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 Conestee Lake Dam?
Conestee Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Conestee Lake Dam?
Conestee Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Conestee Lake Dam last inspected?
Conestee Lake Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.