Parr Shoals Dam
South Carolina — Newberry County — Broad
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Newberry |
| River | Broad |
| Coordinates | 34.25986, -81.33380 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 55 ft |
| Dam Height | 52 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,715 ft |
| NID Storage | 32,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 32,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 18, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1914 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | South Carolina Electric and Gas Company |
| Other Name | Parr |
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.