Kent Ingram Dam

CEDAR CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1901· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kent Ingram Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1901 (125 years old)
NID IDSC00367

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: August 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

GARVIN OIL REAL ESTATE LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kent Ingram Dam?

Kent Ingram 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 Kent Ingram Dam?

Kent Ingram Dam is owned by GARVIN OIL REAL ESTATE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kent Ingram Dam built?

Kent Ingram Dam was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Kent Ingram Dam?

Kent Ingram Dam 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 Kent Ingram Dam?

Kent Ingram Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Kent Ingram Dam last inspected?

Kent Ingram Dam was last inspected on August 16, 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.