Woodlake Dam

BRIDGE CREEK· Richland, South Carolina· Built 1987· 23 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Woodlake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 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	23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC)
Max Storage	873 acre-ft
Normal Storage	600 acre-ft

Surface Area	77 acres
Year Completed	1987 (39 years old)
NID ID	SC02466

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 18, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

WOODLAKE ASSOCIATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Woodlake Dam?

Woodlake 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 Woodlake Dam?

Woodlake Dam is owned by WOODLAKE ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Woodlake Dam built?

Woodlake Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Woodlake Dam?

Woodlake 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 Woodlake Dam?

Woodlake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Woodlake Dam last inspected?

Woodlake Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.