Sunview Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sunview Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00067 |
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
SUNVIEW LAKE OWNERS GROUP INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sunview Lake Dam?
Sunview 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 Sunview Lake Dam?
Sunview Lake Dam is owned by SUNVIEW LAKE OWNERS GROUP INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunview Lake Dam built?
Sunview Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Sunview Lake Dam?
Sunview Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sunview Lake Dam?
Sunview Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Sunview Lake Dam last inspected?
Sunview Lake Dam was last inspected on September 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.