Swan Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Swan Lake Dam, located in Greenville, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1954, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 1360 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 462 acre-feet. The dam, built on soil foundation with a core made of stone, is situated on the TR-REEDY RIVER and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.

Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Swan Lake Dam remains a popular spot for outdoor activities, offering a surface area of 33 acres for visitors to enjoy. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has been inspected as recently as July 2019, with a moderate risk rating assigned. With its picturesque setting and recreational opportunities, Swan Lake Dam is a valuable asset to the community, attracting both locals and tourists alike to its serene waters and scenic surroundings.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

1360

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-REEDY RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

33

Nid Storage

462

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.