Lake Lanier Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyGreenville
River/StreamVAUGHN CREEK
Coordinates35.19680, -82.23520

Physical Characteristics

NID Height55 ft
Dam Height55 ft
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,660 acre-ft
Max Storage2,660 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,800 acre-ft
Surface Area94 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTOWN OF TRYON
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection07/27/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDSCD03984
Federal IDSCD03984
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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