Stone Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Stone Lake Dam, located in Greenville, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1952 for recreational purposes along Richland Creek.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 35 feet and stretching 365 feet in length, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 115 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to provide recreational opportunities for visitors, offering a serene environment for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.

Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Stone Lake Dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a history of compliance with state regulations and enforcement, the dam serves as a vital component of the local water resources management system. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) was last revised in 2015, indicating a proactive approach to emergency preparedness and risk management.

Stone Lake Dam's presence not only provides recreational benefits to the community but also plays a crucial role in water resource management along Richland Creek. As climate change continues to impact the region, the maintenance and monitoring of this dam are essential to safeguarding the surrounding environment and ensuring the safety of residents downstream. The dam's association with the Charleston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlights its significance in the broader context of water infrastructure in South Carolina.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

365

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

RICHLAND CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Nid Storage

135

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.