Lake Robinson Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Robinson Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 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 | 73 ft (taller than 98.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 45.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 802 acres |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02328 |
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
GREER COMMISSION OF PUBLIC WORKS
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Robinson Dam?
Lake Robinson 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 Robinson Dam?
Lake Robinson Dam is owned by GREER COMMISSION OF PUBLIC WORKS (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Robinson Dam built?
Lake Robinson Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Robinson Dam?
Lake Robinson Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Robinson Dam?
Lake Robinson Dam has a dam height of 73 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 Robinson Dam last inspected?
Lake Robinson Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.