Whitewater Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyOconee
River/StreamCRAVEN CREEK
Coordinates34.90800, -83.00430

Physical Characteristics

NID Height37 ft
Dam Height37 ft
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage560 acre-ft
Max Storage560 acre-ft
Normal Storage480 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerWHITEWATER LAKE FISHING AND BOATING CLUB
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/20/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDSCD01636
Federal IDSCD01636
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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