Lake Inspiration Dam
South Carolina — Calhoun County — HALFWAY SWAMP CREEK
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Calhoun |
| River | HALFWAY SWAMP CREEK |
| Coordinates | 33.67160, -80.77610 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 1, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | TOWN OF ST MATTHEWS |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.