Lake Emory Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Emory Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is debris control. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 256 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02736 |
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
LAKE EMORY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Emory Dam?
Lake Emory 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 Emory Dam?
Lake Emory Dam is owned by LAKE EMORY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Emory Dam built?
Lake Emory Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Emory Dam?
Lake Emory Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Emory Dam?
Lake Emory Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Emory Dam last inspected?
Lake Emory Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.