Lake Satoko Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Satoko Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 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 | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 528 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00968 |
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
ANTHONY WRIGHT;JEAN PRATHER;LOA-LUJAN ISRAEL SURVIVORSHIP;MICHAEL T KLIMENS AND ROBERT W COOK JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Satoko Dam?
Lake Satoko 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 Satoko Dam?
Lake Satoko Dam is owned by ANTHONY WRIGHT;JEAN PRATHER;LOA-LUJAN ISRAEL SURVIVORSHIP;MICHAEL T KLIMENS AND ROBERT W COOK JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Satoko Dam built?
Lake Satoko Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Satoko Dam?
Lake Satoko 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 Satoko Dam?
Lake Satoko Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Satoko Dam last inspected?
Lake Satoko Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.