Clemson Lower Diversion Dam

South Carolina — Oconee County — SENECA RIVER

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyOconee
RiverSENECA RIVER
Coordinates34.67207, -82.85313

Physical Characteristics

NID Height75 ft
Dam Height75 ft
Dam Length3,000 ft
NID Storage3,438,700 acre-ft
Max Storage3,438,700 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 7, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1961
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Savannah District

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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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