Parkins Lake Dam

TR-REEDY RIVER· Greenville, South Carolina· Built 1953· 45 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Parkins Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 45 ft (taller than 95.1% in SC)
Max Storage257 acre-ft
Normal Storage213 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDSC01774

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 22, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JMS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Parkins Lake Dam?

Parkins Lake 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 Parkins Lake Dam?

Parkins Lake Dam is owned by JMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Parkins Lake Dam built?

Parkins Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Parkins Lake Dam?

Parkins Lake 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 Parkins Lake Dam?

Parkins Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Parkins Lake Dam last inspected?

Parkins Lake Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2023. 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.