Windi Knoll Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Windi Knoll Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01508 |
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
JOSHUA WILSON AND MICHELLE BRAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Windi Knoll Lake Dam?
Windi Knoll 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 Windi Knoll Lake Dam?
Windi Knoll Lake Dam is owned by JOSHUA WILSON AND MICHELLE BRAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Windi Knoll Lake Dam built?
Windi Knoll Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Windi Knoll Lake Dam?
Windi Knoll 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 Windi Knoll Lake Dam?
Windi Knoll Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Windi Knoll Lake Dam last inspected?
Windi Knoll Lake Dam was last inspected on November 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.