Whitehall Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Whitehall Dam 2 is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02402 |
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
WHITEHALL LAKES CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION
Private
Nearby Dams
Whitehall Dam 1
Lexington, SC
High Hazard 19 ftBush Gardens Dam
Lexington, SC
High Hazard 15 ftHarbison Floodwtr Det Dam
Richland, SC
High Hazard 17 ftHarbison New Town Lake
Richland, SC
High Hazard 23 ftWilbur and Marge Corley Dam
Lexington, SC
Low Hazard 10 ftLake Quail Valley Dam
Lexington, SC
High Hazard 25 ftHarbison Structure 9
Lexington, SC
High Hazard 32 ftRoland-Alvarez Pond Dam
Lexington, SC
Significant Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whitehall Dam 2?
Whitehall Dam 2 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 Whitehall Dam 2?
Whitehall Dam 2 is owned by WHITEHALL LAKES CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitehall Dam 2 built?
Whitehall Dam 2 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Whitehall Dam 2?
Whitehall Dam 2 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 Whitehall Dam 2?
Whitehall Dam 2 has a dam height of 18 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 Whitehall Dam 2 last inspected?
Whitehall Dam 2 was last inspected on March 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.