Lake Huntington Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Huntington Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01152 |
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 HUNTINGTON INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Huntington Dam?
Lake Huntington 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 Huntington Dam?
Lake Huntington Dam is owned by LAKE HUNTINGTON INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Huntington Dam built?
Lake Huntington Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Huntington Dam?
Lake Huntington Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Huntington Dam?
Lake Huntington Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Huntington Dam last inspected?
Lake Huntington Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.