Seek federal funding and a permanent solution for Lake Hartwell dam safety

Sheri Biggs is seeking information from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers about funding, timelines, cost estimates and a permanent fix for the Clemson Lower Diversion Dam Saddle Dike at Lake Hartwell. She requested a meeting to address constituent concerns and said she would work with the Corps on federal funding and explore legislative options for timely solutions. She also seeks clarification about interim economic and recreational impacts.

Context: The source describes a request for information and a meeting, not a specific funding amount, legislative proposal, or enacted project plan. Report published November 5, 2026; the original letter and statement dates are not established, so this is not verified as a post-election pledge.

In their own words

explore legislative paths to provide timely and effective solutions to South Carolina’s Third District.

The source

Sheri Biggs: plans for Lake Hartwell

Published: Original date not established; campaign context manually checked
Retrieved: 11/11/2026