Lois Lockhart Dam

GULLY CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1974· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lois Lockhart Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDSC01318

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: No
Last Inspection: August 9, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LOIS K LOCKHART

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lois Lockhart Dam?

Lois Lockhart 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 Lois Lockhart Dam?

Lois Lockhart Dam is owned by LOIS K LOCKHART (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lois Lockhart Dam built?

Lois Lockhart Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Lois Lockhart Dam?

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

How tall is Lois Lockhart Dam?

Lois Lockhart Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lois Lockhart Dam last inspected?

Lois Lockhart Dam was last inspected on August 9, 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.