Red Bluff Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Bluff Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 426 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00648 |
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
AMERICAN LEGION POST 60
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Bluff Lake Dam?
Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff Lake Dam?
Red Bluff Lake Dam is owned by AMERICAN LEGION POST 60 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Bluff Lake Dam built?
Red Bluff Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Red Bluff Lake Dam?
Red Bluff Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Red Bluff Lake Dam?
Red Bluff Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Red Bluff Lake Dam last inspected?
Red Bluff Lake Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.