West Lake Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
West Lake Farms Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 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 | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02467 |
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
TS INVESTORS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Lake Farms Dam?
West Lake Farms 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 West Lake Farms Dam?
West Lake Farms Dam is owned by TS INVESTORS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Lake Farms Dam built?
West Lake Farms Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Farms Dam?
West Lake Farms 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 Farms Dam?
West Lake Farms Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Farms Dam last inspected?
West Lake Farms Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.