Brady Porth Dam

TR-SALUDA RIVER· Lexington, South Carolina· 13 ft tall
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Brady Porth Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC)
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDSC02589

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 17, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

ODDIE AND JOYCE PORTH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brady Porth Dam?

Brady Porth Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Brady Porth Dam?

Brady Porth Dam is owned by ODDIE AND JOYCE PORTH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Brady Porth Dam?

Brady Porth 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 Brady Porth Dam?

Brady Porth Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Brady Porth Dam last inspected?

Brady Porth Dam was last inspected on March 17, 2023. 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.