Horace Seigler Dam

TR-SALUDA RIVER· Anderson, South Carolina· Built 1991· 37 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Horace Seigler Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 89.9% in SC)
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDSC02622

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: No
Last Inspection: June 6, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Horace Seigler Dam?

Horace Seigler 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 Horace Seigler Dam?

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

When was Horace Seigler Dam built?

Horace Seigler Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Horace Seigler Dam?

Horace Seigler 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 Horace Seigler Dam?

Horace Seigler Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Horace Seigler Dam last inspected?

Horace Seigler Dam was last inspected on June 6, 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.