Eureka Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Eureka Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 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 | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 207 acres |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00028 |
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
SC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS RECREATION AND TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eureka Lake Dam?
Eureka 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 Eureka Lake Dam?
Eureka Lake Dam is owned by SC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS RECREATION AND TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eureka Lake Dam built?
Eureka Lake Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Eureka Lake Dam?
Eureka 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 Eureka Lake Dam?
Eureka Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Eureka Lake Dam last inspected?
Eureka Lake Dam was last inspected on March 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.