Wylie Fork Dam

CARSON BRANCH· Spartanburg, South Carolina· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Wylie Fork Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 92.3% in SC)
Max Storage465 acre-ft
Normal Storage300 acre-ft
NID IDSC03547

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 12, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

WILEY FORK LEGACY LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wylie Fork Dam?

Wylie Fork Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wylie Fork Dam?

Wylie Fork Dam is owned by WILEY FORK LEGACY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wylie Fork Dam?

Wylie Fork Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wylie Fork Dam?

Wylie Fork Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Wylie Fork Dam last inspected?

Wylie Fork Dam was last inspected on December 12, 2017. 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.