Kendall Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kendall Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 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 | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 829 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00459 |
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
CITY OF CAMDEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kendall Lake Dam?
Kendall 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 Kendall Lake Dam?
Kendall Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF CAMDEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kendall Lake Dam built?
Kendall Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Kendall Lake Dam?
Kendall Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kendall Lake Dam?
Kendall Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Kendall Lake Dam last inspected?
Kendall Lake Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.