Clemson Under Siege: The Unbuilt Canal

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In 1956, Clemson College faced potential submersion as Hartwell Dam plans threatened to flood its campus. We continue to uncover the high-stakes battle between college officials and the federal government, revealing a forgotten alternative that could have radically transformed the landscape. Dive into this tale of progress versus preservation, where Clemson’s future hangs in the balance, and a five-mile canal nearly became a reality.

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