Teague Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Teague Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02029 |
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
MATTHEW MORTON
Private
Nearby Dams
Carroll Thompson Dam
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 28 ftLittle River WCD Dam 2b
Laurens, SC
High Hazard 33 ftLittle River WCD Dam 4
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 27 ftLittle River WCD Dam 3
Laurens, SC
High Hazard 32 ftLittle River WCD Dam 8
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 24 ftLittle River WCD Dam 6
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 31 ftLittle River WCD Dam 24
Laurens, SC
High Hazard 33 ftLittle River WCD Dam 23
Laurens, SC
High Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Teague Lake Dam?
Teague 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 Teague Lake Dam?
Teague Lake Dam is owned by MATTHEW MORTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Teague Lake Dam built?
Teague Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Teague Lake Dam?
Teague 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 Teague Lake Dam?
Teague 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 Teague Lake Dam last inspected?
Teague Lake Dam was last inspected on February 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.