Lick Fork Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lick Fork Lake Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 88.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01105 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Lick Fork Lake Dam?
Lick Fork Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lick Fork Lake Dam?
Lick Fork Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lick Fork Lake Dam built?
Lick Fork Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Lick Fork Lake Dam?
Lick Fork Lake 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 Lick Fork Lake Dam?
Lick Fork Lake 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 Lick Fork Lake Dam last inspected?
Lick Fork Lake Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.