Anderson Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Anderson Dam, located in Laurens, South Carolina, is a private-owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a length of 385 feet, providing a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet for the surrounding area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is listed as poor as of the last inspection in September 2017.

The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), with state jurisdiction and enforcement in place. It is situated along the TR-Warrior Creek and falls under the oversight of the Charleston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. While it currently does not have spillway type or maximum discharge information available, the dam is regularly inspected every five years to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be interested in monitoring Anderson Dam's condition and any future updates, considering its impact on the local area's water storage and recreational activities. With its historical significance dating back over 60 years, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the community and highlights the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of earth dams in the region.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

385

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

TR-WARRIOR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Nid Storage

134

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.