Lake Wineemoko Dam

MCCLURE CREEK· Union, South Carolina· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Wineemoko Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 88.9% in SC)
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Normal Storage420 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
NID IDSC02626

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 21, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LAKE WINEEMOKO LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Wineemoko Dam?

Lake Wineemoko 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 Wineemoko Dam?

Lake Wineemoko Dam is owned by LAKE WINEEMOKO LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Wineemoko Dam?

Lake Wineemoko 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 Wineemoko Dam?

Lake Wineemoko Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Wineemoko Dam last inspected?

Lake Wineemoko Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.