Lower Northlake Dam

TR-ROCKY CREEK· Greenwood, South Carolina· Built 1989· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lower Northlake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC)
Max Storage32 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDSC02611

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 27, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BSW INC;TREMAYNE LEE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Northlake Dam?

Lower Northlake 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 Lower Northlake Dam?

Lower Northlake Dam is owned by BSW INC;TREMAYNE LEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lower Northlake Dam built?

Lower Northlake Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Lower Northlake Dam?

Lower Northlake 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 Lower Northlake Dam?

Lower Northlake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lower Northlake Dam last inspected?

Lower Northlake Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2020. 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.