Whisperlake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whisperlake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| NID ID | SC02637 |
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
THE VILLAGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whisperlake Dam?
Whisperlake 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 Whisperlake Dam?
Whisperlake Dam is owned by THE VILLAGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Whisperlake Dam?
Whisperlake 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 Whisperlake Dam?
Whisperlake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Whisperlake Dam last inspected?
Whisperlake Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.