T Ragan Dam
Key Takeaway
T Ragan Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02239 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
THOMAS RAGAN AND ROSE MITCHELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of T Ragan Dam?
T Ragan 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 T Ragan Dam?
T Ragan Dam is owned by THOMAS RAGAN AND ROSE MITCHELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was T Ragan Dam built?
T Ragan Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 T Ragan Dam?
T Ragan 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 T Ragan Dam?
T Ragan Dam has a dam height of 27 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 T Ragan Dam last inspected?
T Ragan Dam was last inspected on February 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.