Louise Sprott Dam

DOUBLE BRANCH· Lexington, South Carolina· Built 1963· 19 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Louise Sprott Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC)
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDSC00181

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 17, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Louise Sprott Dam?

Louise Sprott 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 Louise Sprott Dam?

Louise Sprott Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Louise Sprott Dam built?

Louise Sprott Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Louise Sprott Dam?

Louise Sprott 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 Louise Sprott Dam?

Louise Sprott Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Louise Sprott Dam last inspected?

Louise Sprott Dam was last inspected on April 17, 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.