Oakman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Oakman Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 39 ft (taller than 91.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01322 |
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
WOODSIDE PLANTATION PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oakman Lake Dam?
Oakman 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 Oakman Lake Dam?
Oakman Lake Dam is owned by WOODSIDE PLANTATION PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oakman Lake Dam built?
Oakman Lake Dam was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Oakman Lake Dam?
Oakman Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oakman Lake Dam?
Oakman Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Oakman Lake Dam last inspected?
Oakman Lake Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.