Large Upper Mountain Lake
South Carolina — Chester County — BEAR BRANCH
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Chester |
| River | BEAR BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 34.65910, -81.25690 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 780 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 780 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 13, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1945 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | SC DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES |
Location Map
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.