Arthur Neely Dam

TR-ALLISON CREEK· York, South Carolina· Built 1959· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Arthur Neely Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC)
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDSC00664

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 30, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BARBARA S NEELY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arthur Neely Dam?

Arthur Neely Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arthur Neely Dam?

Arthur Neely Dam is owned by BARBARA S NEELY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arthur Neely Dam built?

Arthur Neely Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Arthur Neely Dam?

Arthur Neely Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arthur Neely Dam?

Arthur Neely Dam has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Arthur Neely Dam last inspected?

Arthur Neely Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.