Thelma Ramsay Dam
Key Takeaway
Thelma Ramsay Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01008 |
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
JUSTIN AND BRADY COPELAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thelma Ramsay Dam?
Thelma Ramsay 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 Thelma Ramsay Dam?
Thelma Ramsay Dam is owned by JUSTIN AND BRADY COPELAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thelma Ramsay Dam built?
Thelma Ramsay Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Thelma Ramsay Dam?
Thelma Ramsay 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 Thelma Ramsay Dam?
Thelma Ramsay Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Thelma Ramsay Dam last inspected?
Thelma Ramsay Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.