Upper Windsor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Windsor Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01293 |
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
UPPER WINDSOR LAKE LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Windsor Lake Dam?
Upper Windsor 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 Upper Windsor Lake Dam?
Upper Windsor Lake Dam is owned by UPPER WINDSOR LAKE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Windsor Lake Dam built?
Upper Windsor Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Upper Windsor Lake Dam?
Upper Windsor 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 Upper Windsor Lake Dam?
Upper Windsor Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Upper Windsor Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Windsor Lake Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.