Ramsey Pond Dam

INDIAN CREEK· Darlington, South Carolina· Built 1945· 12 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ramsey Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC)
Max Storage154 acre-ft
Normal Storage146 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDSC00624

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 25, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

THE CHECKERED FLAG CLUB LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ramsey Pond Dam?

Ramsey Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ramsey Pond Dam?

Ramsey Pond Dam is owned by THE CHECKERED FLAG CLUB LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ramsey Pond Dam built?

Ramsey Pond Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Ramsey Pond Dam?

Ramsey Pond 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 Ramsey Pond Dam?

Ramsey Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Ramsey Pond Dam last inspected?

Ramsey Pond Dam was last inspected on July 25, 2023. 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.