Mirror Lakes Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Mirror Lakes Dam 1 is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01173 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAMES EDWARD HUBERT SR;REX HEUERMANN;ROBERT E LANIER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mirror Lakes Dam 1?
Mirror Lakes Dam 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mirror Lakes Dam 1?
Mirror Lakes Dam 1 is owned by JAMES EDWARD HUBERT SR;REX HEUERMANN;ROBERT E LANIER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mirror Lakes Dam 1 built?
Mirror Lakes Dam 1 was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Mirror Lakes Dam 1?
Mirror Lakes Dam 1 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 Mirror Lakes Dam 1?
Mirror Lakes Dam 1 has a dam height of 16 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 Mirror Lakes Dam 1 last inspected?
Mirror Lakes Dam 1 was last inspected on February 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.