Lake Hastie Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Hastie Dam, located in Berkeley, South Carolina, is a privately-owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1950, this dam stands at a height of 6 feet and has a length of 435 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 461 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-CHICKEN CREEK and serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities in the region.

Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Lake Hastie Dam offers a surface area of 72 acres for recreational use, with a normal storage capacity of 173 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, which ensures that state inspection, permitting, and enforcement measures are in place for its operation and maintenance. With its picturesque surroundings and ample water resources, Lake Hastie Dam remains a key attraction for those interested in water conservation and climate-related activities in the area.

Visitors to Lake Hastie Dam can enjoy various recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing in a serene natural setting. The dam's proximity to Charleston District and its accessibility make it a convenient destination for both locals and tourists looking to engage with water resources and climate issues. With its historical significance and ongoing management efforts, Lake Hastie Dam serves as a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

435

Dam Height

6

River Or Stream

TR-CHICKEN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

72

Nid Storage

461

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

6
       
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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.