Misty Lake Dam

TR-CONGAREE CREEK· Lexington, South Carolina· Built 1935· 28 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Misty Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC)
Max Storage205 acre-ft
Normal Storage169 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDSC00209

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 24, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MISTY LAKE ASSOCIATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Misty Lake Dam?

Misty 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 Misty Lake Dam?

Misty Lake Dam is owned by MISTY LAKE ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Misty Lake Dam built?

Misty Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Misty Lake Dam?

Misty Lake 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 Misty Lake Dam?

Misty Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Misty Lake Dam last inspected?

Misty Lake Dam was last inspected on February 24, 2023. 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.