Gh Southerland Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gh Southerland Dam, also known as George Southerland Dam, is a private dam located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
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Summary
Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at 19 feet high and stretches across 345 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreational activities, offering a surface area of 5 acres for visitors to enjoy.
Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Gh Southerland Dam in 2017 was deemed unsatisfactory. The dam is state-regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), with inspections conducted every 5 years. While the dam has no spillway and is not associated with any locks, it serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area and plays a role in managing water levels in the Elishas Creek.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Gh Southerland Dam represents a significant infrastructure that contributes to the local ecosystem and provides opportunities for outdoor recreation. With its historical significance dating back to the 1960s, this private dam continues to be monitored and regulated to ensure its safety and functionality for the community.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
345 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
ELISHAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Enoree River Near Woodruff
|
210cfs |
Enoree River At Whitmire
|
308cfs |
Tyger River Near Delta
|
469cfs |
Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn
|
8cfs |
South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court
|
17cfs |
Lawsons Fork Creek At Spartanburg Sc
|
66cfs |
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.
Gh Southerland Dam