Prestwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Prestwood Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 911 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 218 acres |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00611 |
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
SONOCO PRODUCTS COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prestwood Lake Dam?
Prestwood 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 Prestwood Lake Dam?
Prestwood Lake Dam is owned by SONOCO PRODUCTS COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prestwood Lake Dam built?
Prestwood Lake Dam was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Prestwood Lake Dam?
Prestwood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prestwood Lake Dam?
Prestwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Prestwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Prestwood Lake Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.