Cryovac Dam

TR-S. TYGER RIVER· Spartanburg, South Carolina· 29 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cryovac Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. 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	29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC)
Max Storage	35 acre-ft
Normal Storage	26 acre-ft

NID ID	SC02725

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: June 30, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

CRYOVAC INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cryovac Dam?

Cryovac 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 Cryovac Dam?

Cryovac Dam is owned by CRYOVAC INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cryovac Dam?

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

How tall is Cryovac Dam?

Cryovac Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Cryovac Dam last inspected?

Cryovac Dam was last inspected on June 30, 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.