Timberlake Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Timberlake Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 98.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02836 |
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
TIMBERLAKE HOA INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timberlake Dam 1?
Timberlake Dam 1 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 Timberlake Dam 1?
Timberlake Dam 1 is owned by TIMBERLAKE HOA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timberlake Dam 1 built?
Timberlake Dam 1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Timberlake Dam 1?
Timberlake Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Timberlake Dam 1?
Timberlake Dam 1 has a dam height of 58 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 Timberlake Dam 1 last inspected?
Timberlake Dam 1 was last inspected on May 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.