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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