Cherokee Sportsmens Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Cherokee Sportsmens Dam, located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, was completed in 1951 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
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Summary
This private earth dam, with a height of 28 feet and a length of 485 feet, has a primary purpose of recreation and offers a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. Despite its significance for the community, the dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition with a significant hazard potential.
The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety. However, with a poor condition assessment and significant hazard potential, there is a need for ongoing risk management measures and potential improvements to enhance the safety of the structure. As a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating, it is essential to address any safety concerns to continue providing a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts frequent Cherokee Sportsmens Dam for recreational purposes, it is crucial to prioritize the maintenance and upkeep of this structure to ensure the safety of all visitors. With its location on the TR-CASEY CREEK river, the dam plays a vital role in providing a recreational space for the local community. By addressing the poor condition assessment and significant hazard potential, stakeholders can work towards implementing necessary risk management measures and improvements to enhance the overall safety of the dam for all who enjoy its amenities.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
485 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CASEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Cherokee Sportsmens Dam