Lake Elliott Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Elliott Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02158 |
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
BAXTER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Elliott Dam?
Lake Elliott 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 Elliott Dam?
Lake Elliott Dam is owned by BAXTER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Elliott Dam built?
Lake Elliott Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Elliott Dam?
Lake Elliott Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Elliott Dam?
Lake Elliott Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Elliott Dam last inspected?
Lake Elliott Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.