Dalton Lake Dam

TR-CANE CREEK· Union, South Carolina· Built 1958· 26 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dalton Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 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	26 ft (taller than 67% in SC)
Max Storage	120 acre-ft
Normal Storage	100 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Year Completed	1958 (68 years old)
NID ID	SC01521

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: January 26, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

HUGH C AND GLENDA S DALTON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dalton Lake Dam?

Dalton 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 Dalton Lake Dam?

Dalton Lake Dam is owned by HUGH C AND GLENDA S DALTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dalton Lake Dam built?

Dalton Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Dalton Lake Dam?

Dalton 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 Dalton Lake Dam?

Dalton Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Dalton Lake Dam last inspected?

Dalton Lake Dam was last inspected on January 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.