Middleton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Middleton Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01462 |
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
CHARLESTON WOODLANDS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Middleton Lake Dam?
Middleton 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 Middleton Lake Dam?
Middleton Lake Dam is owned by CHARLESTON WOODLANDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middleton Lake Dam built?
Middleton Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Middleton Lake Dam?
Middleton Lake 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 Middleton Lake Dam?
Middleton Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Middleton Lake Dam last inspected?
Middleton Lake Dam was last inspected on November 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.