Ware Shoals
South Carolina — Greenwood County — Saluda River
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Greenwood |
| River | Saluda River |
| Coordinates | 34.40407, -82.24490 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Length | 642 ft |
| NID Storage | 484 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 484 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 11, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1905 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Aquenergy Systems, 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.