Lake Pauline Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Pauline Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00167 |
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
CHARLES AND NANCY STEELE;LAKE PAULINE COMMUNITY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Pauline Dam?
Lake Pauline 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 Pauline Dam?
Lake Pauline Dam is owned by CHARLES AND NANCY STEELE;LAKE PAULINE COMMUNITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Pauline Dam built?
Lake Pauline Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Pauline Dam?
Lake Pauline 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 Pauline Dam?
Lake Pauline Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Pauline Dam last inspected?
Lake Pauline Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.