Upper Pelzer
South Carolina — Anderson County — Saluda River
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Anderson |
| River | Saluda River |
| Coordinates | 34.64346, -82.45485 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | 27 ft |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 12, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1881 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Consolidated Hydro Southeast, LLC |
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.