James Hugh Ryan Pond Dam

TR-BEECH CREEK· Sumter, South Carolina· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

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 Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDSC02829

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: No
Last Inspection: April 19, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DIXIE PLANTATION LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.