The dam was built in 1904 for the Catawba Power Company to produce hydro-electric power. The lake, originally known as Lake Catawba, was later renamed as Laky Wylie in honour of Dr. W. Gill Wylie, founder of the company.

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1. Baxter Village loop — Fort Mill

15.3km

00:54

130m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Fort Hill Trifecta loop — Fort Hill

65.4km

03:49

470m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

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3. Wooden Boardwalk Path – Wooden Launch Ramp loop from Nations Ford

41.8km

02:27

300m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 150 m

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Location: Tega Cay, York County, South Carolina, United States

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Lake Wylie Dam

1. Baxter Village loop — Fort Mill

2. Fort Hill Trifecta loop — Fort Hill

3. Wooden Boardwalk Path – Wooden Launch Ramp loop from Nations Ford

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