Reid Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Reid Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 248 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01320 |
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
ROGER DANE AND LYDIA H DANE GENERAL PARTNERS OF THE DANE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reid Lake Dam?
Reid 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 Reid Lake Dam?
Reid Lake Dam is owned by ROGER DANE AND LYDIA H DANE GENERAL PARTNERS OF THE DANE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reid Lake Dam built?
Reid Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Reid Lake Dam?
Reid 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 Reid Lake Dam?
Reid Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Reid Lake Dam last inspected?
Reid Lake Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.