James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| NID ID | SC02829 |
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
DIXIE PLANTATION LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam?
James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam 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 James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam?
James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam is owned by DIXIE PLANTATION LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam?
James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam?
James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam last inspected?
James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.