Livingstons Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Livingstons Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. 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 | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02137 |
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
SHARON W FLEENER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Livingstons Lake Dam?
Livingstons Lake 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 Livingstons Lake Dam?
Livingstons Lake Dam is owned by SHARON W FLEENER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Livingstons Lake Dam built?
Livingstons Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Livingstons Lake Dam?
Livingstons 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 Livingstons Lake Dam?
Livingstons Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Livingstons Lake Dam last inspected?
Livingstons Lake Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.