Fred Linsley Dam

TR-EIGHTEENMILE CREEK· Pickens, South Carolina· Built 1987· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Fred Linsley Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 83.4% in SC)
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDSC02597

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: June 28, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

FOXHOLE FARMS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fred Linsley Dam?

Fred Linsley 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 Fred Linsley Dam?

Fred Linsley Dam is owned by FOXHOLE FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fred Linsley Dam built?

Fred Linsley Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Fred Linsley Dam?

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

How tall is Fred Linsley Dam?

Fred Linsley Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Fred Linsley Dam last inspected?

Fred Linsley Dam was last inspected on June 28, 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.