Westglow Haven Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Westglow Haven Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01451 |
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
HOWELL FAMILY LTD PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westglow Haven Lake Dam?
Westglow Haven 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 Westglow Haven Lake Dam?
Westglow Haven Lake Dam is owned by HOWELL FAMILY LTD PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westglow Haven Lake Dam built?
Westglow Haven Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Westglow Haven Lake Dam?
Westglow Haven 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 Westglow Haven Lake Dam?
Westglow Haven 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 Westglow Haven Lake Dam last inspected?
Westglow Haven Lake Dam was last inspected on November 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.