Gus Jeter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gus Jeter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01520 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CHARLES R JETER AND ELIZABETH J HRUBALA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gus Jeter Lake Dam?
Gus Jeter Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gus Jeter Lake Dam?
Gus Jeter Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES R JETER AND ELIZABETH J HRUBALA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gus Jeter Lake Dam built?
Gus Jeter Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Gus Jeter Lake Dam?
Gus Jeter 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 Gus Jeter Lake Dam?
Gus Jeter 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 Gus Jeter Lake Dam last inspected?
Gus Jeter Lake Dam was last inspected on September 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.