Lake Haigler Dam

TR-STEELE CREEK· York, South Carolina· Built 1941· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Haigler Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC)
Max Storage474 acre-ft
Normal Storage252 acre-ft
Surface Area37 acres
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)
NID IDSC00675

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 18, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LEROY SPRINGS & CO INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Haigler Dam?

Lake Haigler 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 Haigler Dam?

Lake Haigler Dam is owned by LEROY SPRINGS & CO INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Haigler Dam built?

Lake Haigler Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Haigler Dam?

Lake Haigler 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 Haigler Dam?

Lake Haigler 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 Haigler Dam last inspected?

Lake Haigler Dam was last inspected on December 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.