Bailey Dam 2

TR-BEARDS FORK CREEK· Laurens, South Carolina· Built 1968· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Bailey Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 92.3% in SC)
Max Storage380 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDSC00248

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 22, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DIXON LAND COMPANY LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bailey Dam 2?

Bailey Dam 2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bailey Dam 2?

Bailey Dam 2 is owned by DIXON LAND COMPANY LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bailey Dam 2 built?

Bailey Dam 2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Bailey Dam 2?

Bailey Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bailey Dam 2?

Bailey Dam 2 has a dam height of 40 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Bailey Dam 2 last inspected?

Bailey Dam 2 was last inspected on September 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.