Clayton Rawl Farms Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Clayton Rawl Farms Dam, located in Lexington, South Carolina, is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes on TWELVEMILE CREEK.


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Summary

With a height of 13 feet and a length of 426 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 401 acre-feet, making it a crucial water resource for the surrounding area. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam maintains a fair condition assessment and a high hazard potential, prompting regular inspections by the state regulatory agency, SC DHEC.

The dam's risk assessment is classified as moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. The surrounding area benefits from the dam's normal storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and its surface area of 34.4 acres, which also serves recreational purposes. With the potential for high hazard, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management strategies are essential components to ensure the safety and sustainability of the dam and its downstream communities.

Overall, Clayton Rawl Farms Dam plays a crucial role in providing irrigation water and recreational opportunities in the region. Its design and purpose highlight the intricate balance between water resource management and public safety, underscoring the importance of regular inspections and risk mitigation efforts to safeguard the surrounding area from potential hazards associated with dam failure.

Dam Length

426

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TWELVEMILE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

34.4

Nid Storage

401

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

13
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.