Poinsett State Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Poinsett State Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1841 and is 185 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1841 (185 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01444 |
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
SC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS RECREATION AND TOURISM
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Poinsett State Park Lake Dam?
Poinsett State Park 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 Poinsett State Park Lake Dam?
Poinsett State Park Lake Dam is owned by SC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS RECREATION AND TOURISM (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poinsett State Park Lake Dam built?
Poinsett State Park Lake Dam was completed in 1841, making it 185 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 Poinsett State Park Lake Dam?
Poinsett State Park 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 Poinsett State Park Lake Dam?
Poinsett State Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Poinsett State Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Poinsett State Park Lake Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.