David Gray Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
David Gray Dam, located in Greenville, South Carolina, is a private Earth dam completed in 1999 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
With a height of 23 feet and a length of 95 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 38.8 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and improvements to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), David Gray Dam is regularly inspected and regulated to meet state permitting and enforcement guidelines. The dam's spillway, classified as uncontrolled, indicates a potential risk factor in the event of excess water flow. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, highlighting the importance of implementing effective risk management measures to protect the surrounding area and downstream communities from potential hazards.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, David Gray Dam presents an opportunity to explore the intersection of infrastructure management and environmental conservation. By addressing the dam's poor condition assessment and implementing necessary risk management measures, stakeholders can ensure the long-term sustainability of this vital Fish and Wildlife Pond while safeguarding the surrounding ecosystem and water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
95 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MOUNTAIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Saluda River Near Williamston
|
458cfs |
Reedy River Above Fork Shoals
|
116cfs |
South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court
|
17cfs |
Saluda River Near Ware Shoals
|
503cfs |
Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn
|
8cfs |
Rocky River Nr Starr
|
58cfs |
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.
David Gray Dam