Covingtons Lake Dam
Covingtons Lake Dam is a dam located in Richland County, South Carolina, built in 1950. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
About Covingtons Lake Dam
The primary purpose of Covingtons Lake Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. It impounds the Roberts Branch.
The dam stands 18 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 10 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. Completed in 1950, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 01/11/2021.
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Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Richland |
| River/Stream | Roberts Branch |
| Coordinates | 34.13470, -80.97490 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 01/11/2021 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | SCD00545 |
| Federal ID | SCD00545 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |