Lake Cheohee Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyOconee
River/StreamMOODY CREEK
Coordinates34.92890, -83.06820

Physical Characteristics

NID Height41 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage415 acre-ft
Max Storage415 acre-ft
Normal Storage390 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCHEOHEE PROPERTIES LLC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/07/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDSCD01632
Federal IDSCD01632
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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