Deerlake Dam
Key Takeaway
Deerlake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 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 | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00103 |
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
DEER LAKE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deerlake Dam?
Deerlake 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 Deerlake Dam?
Deerlake Dam is owned by DEER LAKE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deerlake Dam built?
Deerlake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Deerlake Dam?
Deerlake 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 Deerlake Dam?
Deerlake 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 Deerlake Dam last inspected?
Deerlake Dam was last inspected on February 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.