Stone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stone Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 87.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01773 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF GREENVILLE;STONE LAKES ASSOCIATION INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stone Lake Dam?
Stone Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Stone Lake Dam?
Stone Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF GREENVILLE;STONE LAKES ASSOCIATION INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stone Lake Dam built?
Stone Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Stone Lake Dam?
Stone 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 Stone Lake Dam?
Stone Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Stone Lake Dam last inspected?
Stone Lake Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.