J R Darragh Dam 2
Key Takeaway
J R Darragh Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01235 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
JAMES R DARRAGH JR AND KATHLEEN T DARRAGH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J R Darragh Dam 2?
J R Darragh 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 J R Darragh Dam 2?
J R Darragh Dam 2 is owned by JAMES R DARRAGH JR AND KATHLEEN T DARRAGH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J R Darragh Dam 2 built?
J R Darragh Dam 2 was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 J R Darragh Dam 2?
J R Darragh Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is J R Darragh Dam 2?
J R Darragh Dam 2 has a dam height of 19 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 J R Darragh Dam 2 last inspected?
J R Darragh Dam 2 was last inspected on October 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.