Lake Lanier Dam

South Carolina, Greenville County, VAUGHN CREEK

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyGreenville
RiverVAUGHN CREEK
Coordinates35.19680, -82.23520

Physical Characteristics

NID Height55 ft
Dam Height55 ft
Dam Length-
NID Storage2,660 acre-ft
Max Storage2,660 acre-ft
Surface Area94 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 27, 2023
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1923
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam Type-
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTOWN OF TRYON

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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.

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