Lake Ashley Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Ashley Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01282 |
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
LAKE ASHLEY HOMEOWNERS ASSOC INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Ashley Dam?
Lake Ashley 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 Lake Ashley Dam?
Lake Ashley Dam is owned by LAKE ASHLEY HOMEOWNERS ASSOC INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Ashley Dam built?
Lake Ashley Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Lake Ashley Dam?
Lake Ashley 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 Lake Ashley Dam?
Lake Ashley Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lake Ashley Dam last inspected?
Lake Ashley Dam was last inspected on March 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.