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Lake Murray Levels

360.0' -
352.5' -
345.0' -
-2.0'
at 358.0'
February 22, 2025 | 12:07 PM

What began as a source of energy for the Columbia area in 1930 has become a major recreation area, and an abundant resource for drinking water, fisheries and wildlife habitats.

For commercial dock requests, contact Dominion Energy Lake Management:

Dominion Energy
Lake Management - P05
Cayce, SC 29033

803-217-9221

Lake Murray Permits Application

Lake Murray Public Parks

Lexington Side – Beach Access

Lexington Side open from April 9th through Labor Day. Access by online reservations only.

Hours:

  • 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Weekdays
  • 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Weekends

Fees:

  • $5 Vehicles (single day use only)

Amenities:

  • Picnic Facilities, Swimming*, Restrooms

Park Rules and Information:

  • No re-entry
  • Parking passes are single use
  • No refunds
  • Reservations are only available 3 weeks out at the earliest
  • Park entry by vehicle only, no walkins
  • No alcoholic beverages
  • No pets

Disclaimers:

  1. No lifeguard on duty, swim at your own risk.
Reserve Your Parking Spot

Irmo Side

Open Year Round - 24 Hours

Fees:

  • $5 Boat Ramp Day Access (single day use only)
  • $50 Boat Ramp Season Access

Fees only apply from April to Labor Day.

Amenities: Boat Launch, Picnic Facilities, Fishing Docks, Restrooms

Prohibited: Alcoholic Beverages, Pets must be on a leash

Pay for Boat Ramp Access

Lake Management

Dominion Energy is responsible for land use and shoreline management around Lake Murray. Information regarding our lake management plan, dock permits and other issues related to development on Lake Murray are available in the documents listed below.

Lake Murray Evacuation Map
Navigational Aids Marking Form
Aquatic Plant Assessment 2018
Lake Murray Permitting Guidelines
Lake Murray Fee Schedule
Boatlifts and Slip Docks

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