Gillespie Smaller Dam

TR-TOWN CREEK· Anderson, South Carolina· 16 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Gillespie Smaller Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage50 acre-ft
NID IDSC02546

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 18, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gillespie Smaller Dam?

Gillespie Smaller Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Gillespie Smaller Dam?

Gillespie Smaller Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gillespie Smaller Dam?

Gillespie Smaller 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 Gillespie Smaller Dam?

Gillespie Smaller Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Gillespie Smaller Dam last inspected?

Gillespie Smaller Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2014. 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.