Louise Sprott Dam
Louise Sprott Dam is a dam located in Lexington County, South Carolina, built in 1963. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification and has a poor condition assessment.
About Louise Sprott Dam
The primary purpose of Louise Sprott Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. It impounds the Double Branch.
The dam stands 19 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 9 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 91 acre-feet. Completed in 1963, the structure is well into its service life at over 50 years old.
Its condition is rated poor, meaning the dam has recognized safety deficiencies that require remediation to address risks. The most recent inspection on record was 04/17/2017.
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Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Lexington |
| River/Stream | Double Branch |
| Coordinates | 34.01220, -81.09020 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 04/17/2017 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | SCD00984 |
| Federal ID | SCD00984 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |