Saluda Backup Berm

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyLexington
Nearest CityIrmo
River/StreamSaluda
Coordinates34.05333, -81.21733

Physical Characteristics

NID Height213 ft
Dam Height213 ft
Dam Length8,000 ft
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,200,000 acre-ft
Max Storage2,200,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage2,100,000 acre-ft
Surface Area48,000 acres
Drainage Area2,420 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerSouth Carolina Electric and Gas Company
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/18/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDSC00224
Federal IDSC00224S003
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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