Mountain Springs Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mountain Springs Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01710 |
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
PATRICIA L SAWYER;TAMMI CARVER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mountain Springs Lake Dam?
Mountain Springs Lake Dam 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 Mountain Springs Lake Dam?
Mountain Springs Lake Dam is owned by PATRICIA L SAWYER;TAMMI CARVER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Springs Lake Dam built?
Mountain Springs 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 Mountain Springs Lake Dam?
Mountain Springs 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 Mountain Springs Lake Dam?
Mountain Springs Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Mountain Springs Lake Dam last inspected?
Mountain Springs Lake Dam was last inspected on October 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.