Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam
Key Takeaway
Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 83.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| NID ID | SC02329 |
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
LAUREL LAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam?
Laurel Lake Subdiv 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 Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam?
Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam is owned by LAUREL LAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam?
Laurel Lake Subdiv 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 Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam?
Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam last inspected?
Laurel Lake Subdiv Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.