Mount Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mount Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01888 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
SOUTH CAROLINA FORESTRY COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mount Lake Dam?
Mount Lake 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 Mount Lake Dam?
Mount Lake Dam is owned by SOUTH CAROLINA FORESTRY COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mount Lake Dam built?
Mount Lake Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Mount Lake Dam?
Mount 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 Mount Lake Dam?
Mount Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Mount Lake Dam last inspected?
Mount Lake Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.