Lake Cunningham Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Cunningham Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 630 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 402 acres |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00002 |
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
GREER COMMISSION OF PUBLIC WORKS
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Cunningham Dam?
Lake Cunningham 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 Cunningham Dam?
Lake Cunningham Dam is owned by GREER COMMISSION OF PUBLIC WORKS (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Cunningham Dam built?
Lake Cunningham Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Cunningham Dam?
Lake Cunningham Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Cunningham Dam?
Lake Cunningham Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Cunningham Dam last inspected?
Lake Cunningham Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.