Strom Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Strom Dam is a privately owned structure located in Greenville, South Carolina, along the TR-North Saluda River.


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Summary

With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and meets state regulatory requirements for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.

Managed by the Charleston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Strom Dam serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, offering flood control and recreational opportunities for the community. While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it has a maximum storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 20 acre-feet. The dam is situated in a picturesque location, with a surface area of 2 acres, making it an ideal spot for outdoor activities and water sports.

With its strategic location along the North Saluda River and its important role in water management, Strom Dam plays a vital role in the local ecosystem and economy. Regular inspections, fair condition assessments, and high hazard potential underscore the importance of proper maintenance and management of this essential water resource. As a popular recreational destination, Strom Dam continues to attract visitors and climate enthusiasts interested in its ecological significance and impact on the surrounding environment.

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

TR-NORTH SALUDA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Nid Storage

35

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

19
       
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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.