Prince Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Prince Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01761 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BRENDA AND JERRY COOPER;GEORGIA R BROWN REVOCABLE TRUST;HENRY M HERLONG JR AND FRAN T HERLONG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prince Lake Dam?
Prince Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Prince Lake Dam?
Prince Lake Dam is owned by BRENDA AND JERRY COOPER;GEORGIA R BROWN REVOCABLE TRUST;HENRY M HERLONG JR AND FRAN T HERLONG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prince Lake Dam built?
Prince Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Prince Lake Dam?
Prince Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prince Lake Dam?
Prince Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Prince Lake Dam last inspected?
Prince Lake Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.