Jim Weisner Dam

TR-SALUDA RIVER· Anderson, South Carolina· Built 1996· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jim Weisner Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 86.3% in SC)
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDSC02727

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 6, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JFT REV TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jim Weisner Dam?

Jim Weisner 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 Jim Weisner Dam?

Jim Weisner Dam is owned by JFT REV TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jim Weisner Dam built?

Jim Weisner Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Jim Weisner Dam?

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

How tall is Jim Weisner Dam?

Jim Weisner Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Jim Weisner Dam last inspected?

Jim Weisner 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.