Lake Shamokin Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Shamokin Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1865 and is 161 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1865 (161 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00470 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CAMDEN SHRINE CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Shamokin Dam?
Lake Shamokin 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 Shamokin Dam?
Lake Shamokin Dam is owned by CAMDEN SHRINE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Shamokin Dam built?
Lake Shamokin Dam was completed in 1865, making it 161 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 Shamokin Dam?
Lake Shamokin 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 Shamokin Dam?
Lake Shamokin Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Shamokin Dam last inspected?
Lake Shamokin Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.