River Bluff Dam 2

TR-BURGESS CREEK· Pickens, South Carolina· 27 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

River Bluff Dam 2 is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC)
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
NID IDSC02535

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 11, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JERRY M AND DIANNE H GREYERBIEHL TRUSTEES;TRENT AND GRETCHEN DELAMETER

Private

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Lake Gintomo Dam

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Asbury Hills Dam

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Oolenoy WCD Dam 40

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Pinnacle Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of River Bluff Dam 2?

River Bluff Dam 2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates River Bluff Dam 2?

River Bluff Dam 2 is owned by JERRY M AND DIANNE H GREYERBIEHL TRUSTEES;TRENT AND GRETCHEN DELAMETER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of River Bluff Dam 2?

River Bluff Dam 2 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 River Bluff Dam 2?

River Bluff Dam 2 has a dam height of 27 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 River Bluff Dam 2 last inspected?

River Bluff Dam 2 was last inspected on July 11, 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.