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Whitewater Lake Dam, located in Oconee, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure that was completed in 1961 with a primary purpose of recreation. This earth dam, standing at a height of 37 feet and stretching 586 feet in length, holds a maximum storage capacity of 560 acre-feet and a normal storage of 480 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Craven Creek and is under the regulatory oversight of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC).
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as of the last assessment in September 2019. Regular inspections are conducted every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam does not have a designated spillway type or outlet gates, indicating a reliance on natural overflow mechanisms in the event of excess water. With its picturesque location and recreational purpose, Whitewater Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the local community and a hotspot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking leisure activities in Oconee County.
Year_Completed | 1961 |
Dam_Height | 37 |
River_Or_Stream | CRAVEN CREEK |
Dam_Length | 586 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 40 |
Nid_Storage | 560 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 37 |
MIDDLE OCONEE RIVER NEAR ATHENS | 657cfs |
TALLULAH RIVER AB POWERHOUSE | 53cfs |
KETTLE CREEK NEAR WASHINGTON | 12cfs |
REEDY RIVER NEAR GREENVILLE | 351cfs |
BEAVERDAM CREEK AB ELBERTON GA | 57cfs |
CHATTOOGA RIVER NEAR CLAYTON | 878cfs |
TWELVEMILE CREEK NEAR LIBERTY | 154cfs |