Townes Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Townes Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 96% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 149 acres |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00512 |
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
CHEROKEE LAKE FISHING AND BOAT CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Townes Creek Dam?
Townes Creek 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 Townes Creek Dam?
Townes Creek Dam is owned by CHEROKEE LAKE FISHING AND BOAT CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Townes Creek Dam built?
Townes Creek Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Townes Creek Dam?
Townes Creek Dam 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 Townes Creek Dam?
Townes Creek Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Townes Creek Dam last inspected?
Townes Creek Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.