Lakewind Dam

CREWS BRANCH· Chesterfield, South Carolina· Built 1900· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakewind Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC)
Max Storage173 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)
NID IDSC00044

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: Yes
Last Inspection: October 25, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JEFFREY AND KIMBERLY B EDWARDS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakewind Dam?

Lakewind 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 Lakewind Dam?

Lakewind Dam is owned by JEFFREY AND KIMBERLY B EDWARDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakewind Dam built?

Lakewind Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Lakewind Dam?

Lakewind 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 Lakewind Dam?

Lakewind Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Lakewind Dam last inspected?

Lakewind Dam was last inspected on October 25, 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.