Lake Inspiration Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyCalhoun
River/StreamHALFWAY SWAMP CREEK
Coordinates33.67160, -80.77610

Physical Characteristics

NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage140 acre-ft
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTOWN OF ST MATTHEWS
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/01/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDSCD00007
Federal IDSCD00007
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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