Poole Dam

NORTH ENOREE RIVER· Greenville, South Carolina· Built 2001· 32 ft tall

High Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Poole Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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	32 ft (taller than 83.4% in SC)
Max Storage	45 acre-ft
Normal Storage	23 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Year Completed	2001 (25 years old)
NID ID	SC02809

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: October 10, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

VALDA SMITH POOLE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Poole Dam?

Poole 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 Poole Dam?

Poole Dam is owned by VALDA SMITH POOLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Poole Dam built?

Poole Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Poole Dam?

Poole Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Poole Dam?

Poole Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Poole Dam last inspected?

Poole Dam was last inspected on October 10, 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.