Lake Chinquapin Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Chinquapin Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 334 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01227 |
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
CHINQUAPIN COMMUNITY CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Chinquapin Dam?
Lake Chinquapin 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 Lake Chinquapin Dam?
Lake Chinquapin Dam is owned by CHINQUAPIN COMMUNITY CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Chinquapin Dam built?
Lake Chinquapin Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Chinquapin Dam?
Lake Chinquapin 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 Chinquapin Dam?
Lake Chinquapin Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Chinquapin Dam last inspected?
Lake Chinquapin Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.