Northlake Dam
Key Takeaway
Northlake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02100 |
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
VIRGINIA SWEATMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Northlake Dam?
Northlake 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 Northlake Dam?
Northlake Dam is owned by VIRGINIA SWEATMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Northlake Dam built?
Northlake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Northlake Dam?
Northlake 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 Northlake Dam?
Northlake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Northlake Dam last inspected?
Northlake Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.