West Lake Dam

TR-HATCHET CAMP BRANCH· Sumter, South Carolina· Built 1970· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

West Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC)
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDSC01428

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 24, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

WESTLAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of West Lake Dam?

West 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 West Lake Dam?

West Lake Dam is owned by WESTLAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was West Lake Dam built?

West Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 West Lake Dam?

West 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 West Lake Dam?

West Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 West Lake Dam last inspected?

West Lake Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.