Harbison New Town Lake
Key Takeaway
Harbison New Town Lake is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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 | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01280 |
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
34 CRESTMONT LLC;HARBISON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harbison New Town Lake?
Harbison New Town Lake 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 Harbison New Town Lake?
Harbison New Town Lake is owned by 34 CRESTMONT LLC;HARBISON COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harbison New Town Lake built?
Harbison New Town Lake was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Harbison New Town Lake?
Harbison New Town Lake 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 Harbison New Town Lake?
Harbison New Town Lake has a dam height of 23 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 Harbison New Town Lake last inspected?
Harbison New Town Lake was last inspected on January 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.