Lower Spring Val Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Spring Val Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01288 |
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
SPRING VALLEY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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Low Hazard 11 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lower Spring Val Lake Dam?
Lower Spring Val 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 Lower Spring Val Lake Dam?
Lower Spring Val Lake Dam is owned by SPRING VALLEY HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Spring Val Lake Dam built?
Lower Spring Val Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Spring Val Lake Dam?
Lower Spring Val Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower Spring Val Lake Dam?
Lower Spring Val Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Spring Val Lake Dam last inspected?
Lower Spring Val Lake Dam was last inspected on November 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.