Smiths Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Smiths Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01306 |
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
BEN T PRINCE;GEORGE AND NANCY MITROKA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smiths Lake Dam?
Smiths 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 Smiths Lake Dam?
Smiths Lake Dam is owned by BEN T PRINCE;GEORGE AND NANCY MITROKA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smiths Lake Dam built?
Smiths Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Smiths Lake Dam?
Smiths 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 Smiths Lake Dam?
Smiths Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Smiths Lake Dam last inspected?
Smiths Lake Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.