Thrift Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Thrift Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 93.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00533 |
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
DONALD KELLY AND BETTINA BAILEY GEORGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thrift Lake Dam?
Thrift 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 Thrift Lake Dam?
Thrift Lake Dam is owned by DONALD KELLY AND BETTINA BAILEY GEORGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thrift Lake Dam built?
Thrift Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Thrift Lake Dam?
Thrift 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 Thrift Lake Dam?
Thrift Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Thrift Lake Dam last inspected?
Thrift Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.