Lake Carostar Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Carostar Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SC02294 |
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
CAROSTAR FARMS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Carostar Dam?
Lake Carostar 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 Carostar Dam?
Lake Carostar Dam is owned by CAROSTAR FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Carostar Dam?
Lake Carostar Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Carostar Dam?
Lake Carostar Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Carostar Dam last inspected?
Lake Carostar Dam was last inspected on December 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.