Shrine Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shrine Club Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01844 |
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
CHEROKEE SHRINE CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shrine Club Lake Dam?
Shrine Club 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 Shrine Club Lake Dam?
Shrine Club Lake Dam is owned by CHEROKEE SHRINE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shrine Club Lake Dam built?
Shrine Club Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Shrine Club Lake Dam?
Shrine Club 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 Shrine Club Lake Dam?
Shrine Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Shrine Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Shrine Club Lake Dam was last inspected on September 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.