Lakeside Country Club Dam

TR-LITTLE RIVER· Laurens, South Carolina· Built 1982· 31 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakeside Country Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC)
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDSC02784

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LAKESIDE COUNTRY CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakeside Country Club Dam?

Lakeside Country Club Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lakeside Country Club Dam?

Lakeside Country Club Dam is owned by LAKESIDE COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakeside Country Club Dam built?

Lakeside Country Club Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Lakeside Country Club Dam?

Lakeside Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lakeside Country Club Dam?

Lakeside Country Club Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Lakeside Country Club Dam last inspected?

Lakeside Country Club Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2022. 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.