Marvin Atkins Dam

TR-SOUTH PACOLET RIVER· Greenville, South Carolina· Built 1987· 31 ft tall
High Hazard Other Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Marvin Atkins Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC)
Max Storage32 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDSC02602

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: August 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MAMIE B ATKINS ESTATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marvin Atkins Dam?

Marvin Atkins 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 Marvin Atkins Dam?

Marvin Atkins Dam is owned by MAMIE B ATKINS ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Marvin Atkins Dam built?

Marvin Atkins 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 Marvin Atkins Dam?

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

How tall is Marvin Atkins Dam?

Marvin Atkins Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Marvin Atkins Dam last inspected?

Marvin Atkins Dam was last inspected on August 3, 2022. 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.