North Stone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
North Stone Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | SC02521 |
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
NORTH STONE LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of North Stone Lake Dam?
North Stone 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 North Stone Lake Dam?
North Stone Lake Dam is owned by NORTH STONE LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of North Stone Lake Dam?
North Stone 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 North Stone Lake Dam?
North Stone Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 North Stone Lake Dam last inspected?
North Stone Lake Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.