Lake Keowee Shoreline Management Guidelines (Boat Docks)
Full pond is 800’ elevation.
Maximum square footage for dock, ramp, and fixed structure equals 1,000
sq. ft up to the 804’ elevation.
Square footage applies to structures within contour lines. (Note:
Contour lines vary by lake location IE: 801’ to 810’)
Minimum 100’ of shoreline to qualify for 1,000 sq. ft. dock.
No dock structure to extend more than 120’ out, or 1/3 the distance
across the cove whichever comes first.
Dock structures with wide side larger than 6’ may extend a maximum
of 110’ out or 10’ less than 1/3 the distance across the cove.
Dock turned sideways or swim platforms subtract 10’ from total structure
length when calculating 1/3 cove width (10’ to accommodate moored boat).
Dock must be 50’ from environmental zone and must be reviewed twice. No
docks in environmental zone.
Minimum of 10’ off projected property lot line or 25’ between
docks (whichever is greater).
Docks cannot cross the projected property lot line without a Variance letter.
$300 Duke Energy permit fee for dock.
Plat must have shoreline measurements and surveyor’s seal (professional
land surveyor)
Dock location on plat
GPS coordinates
Duke Energy permits are good for one year from date on approval letter;
lot owner reapplies not renew.
One dock per deeded lot.
Docks cannot chase water.
Dock cannot be enclosed; must be able to see through.
Sundeck access stairs over water count in square footage.
No more than two PWC ports on dock.
Duke Energy does allow different anchoring systems: Seaflex underwater
anchoring, pilings and cable/winch anchoring system.
May have mooring ball with dock (requires a permit).
Removing vegetation on shoreline may delay permit approval.
Lake front owners can have a 4’ access path to the dock.
No new decks within the 800’-804’ elevation.
Lake front owners must have an approved dock permit before Duke Energy
will issue a dredge permit.
Contact Informationjrhudish@duke-energy.com kbrock2@duke-energy.com dockandrock@kroegermarine.com
**The purpose of this sheet is to provide a basic understanding of Duke Energy’s
shoreline management practice and does not include all guidelines. Please
refer to the Duke Energy Shoreline Management booklet for detailed information
