Strom Dam

TR-NORTH SALUDA RIVER· Greenville, South Carolina· 19 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Strom Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC)
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
NID IDSC02492

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: November 22, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

THOMAS E STROM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Strom Dam?

Strom 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 Strom Dam?

Strom Dam is owned by THOMAS E STROM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Strom Dam?

Strom 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 Strom Dam?

Strom Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Strom Dam last inspected?

Strom Dam was last inspected on November 22, 2021. 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.