American Legion Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sauer Pond Dam Friddle Pond A Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
American Legion Lake Dam, located in Abbeville, South Carolina, is a state-regulated dam owned by an entity not listed in the data.
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Summary
This 27-foot tall dam has a storage capacity of 330 acre-feet and is primarily used for water resource management in the area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was rated as poor during the last inspection in September 2017, indicating a need for maintenance and potential upgrades to ensure its safety and functionality.
The dam is under the jurisdiction of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Its last inspection date was in September 2017, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. With a poor condition assessment and a lack of emergency action plans and risk assessments in the data, there is a need for increased attention to the maintenance and safety of American Legion Lake Dam to mitigate any potential risks and ensure the protection of the surrounding community and environment.
As a water resource and climate enthusiast, monitoring the condition and management of American Legion Lake Dam is crucial to understanding the state of water infrastructure in the region and the potential impacts of climate change on dam safety. Collaborating with state regulatory agencies and advocating for regular inspections, maintenance, and emergency preparedness measures for dams like American Legion Lake Dam is essential to safeguarding water resources and communities in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
330 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Saluda River Near Ware Shoals
|
503cfs |
South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court
|
17cfs |
Rocky River Nr Starr
|
58cfs |
Saluda River Near Williamston
|
458cfs |
Reedy River Above Fork Shoals
|
116cfs |
Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn
|
8cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
American Legion Lake Dam