J. Strom Thurmond Dam
Georgia — McCormick County — SAVANNAH RIVER
Location
| State | Georgia |
| County | McCormick |
| River | SAVANNAH RIVER |
| Coordinates | 33.66118, -82.19966 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 200 ft |
| Dam Height | 124 ft |
| Dam Length | 5,680 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,820,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,820,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 5, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Savannah District |
| Other Name | J. Strom Thurmond Lake |
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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.