Reservoir · Upstate

J. Strom Thurmond Lake

A large Savannah River reservoir on the South Carolina–Georgia border with numerous recreation areas.

  • Abbeville, McCormick County
  • McCormick
  • Verified 2026-08-01

Current planning outlook

Weather
Favorable
Activity
Favorable
Confidence
Complete

Available official signals look favorable for planning.

Last official observation: Sep 8, 9:35 AM EDT

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Overview

A large Savannah River reservoir on the South Carolina–Georgia border with numerous recreation areas. This page provides a verified planning overview and links to the managing authority for current operational details.

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Connected official data

Relevant condition signals

Temperature77°F
Wind9 mph
Water observation321.2 ft
UpdatedSep 8, 9:35 AM EDT

Boating

Weather
Favorable
Activity
Favorable
Confidence
Complete

Available official signals look favorable for planning.

Last official observation: Sep 8, 9:35 AM EDT

Contributing official sources: NWS, USGS

Official observations are planning signals, not a safety guarantee.

Fishing

Weather
Favorable
Activity
Favorable
Confidence
Complete

Available official signals look favorable for planning.

Last official observation: Sep 8, 9:35 AM EDT

Contributing official sources: NWS, USGS

Official observations are planning signals, not a safety guarantee.

Kayaking

Weather
Favorable
Activity
Favorable
Confidence
Complete

Available official signals look favorable for planning.

Last official observation: Sep 8, 9:35 AM EDT

Contributing official sources: NWS, USGS

Official observations are planning signals, not a safety guarantee.

Swimming

Weather
Favorable
Activity
Favorable
Confidence
Complete

Available official signals look favorable for planning.

Last official observation: Sep 8, 9:35 AM EDT

Contributing official sources: NWS, USGS

Official observations are planning signals, not a safety guarantee.

Overall visit

Weather
Favorable
Activity
Favorable
Confidence
Complete

Available official signals look favorable for planning.

Last official observation: Sep 8, 9:35 AM EDT

Contributing official sources: NWS, USGS

Official observations are planning signals, not a safety guarantee.

Source-by-source coverage

Condition coverage for this place

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WeatherConnected · NWS

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Weather alertsConnected · NWS

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Lake levelConnected · USGS

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Boat accessOfficial check · Managing authority

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Access and practical details

Hours
Gate, office, facility, and seasonal hours may differ. Check the official source before departure.
Fees
No fixed fee is asserted here because admission, parking, tour, and overnight charges can change. Check the official source.
Parking
Access points and launch parking vary around the lake. Choose a facility on the official managing-source page before departure.
Accessibility
Accessibility varies by access point, trail, and facility. Review the managing source or contact the site for the current accessible route.
  • NWS weather and alerts are connected for this verified coordinate.
  • Use the official destination page for current closures and operational notices.

Planning notes reviewed 2026-08-01 from theofficial managing source. Hours, fees, access, and facilities can change seasonally.