Lila Mae Mixon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lila Mae Mixon Dam, located in Hampton, South Carolina, was completed in 1955 and stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 785 feet.
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Summary
This private earth dam, primarily used for recreation, holds a storage capacity of 241 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 22 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as poor based on a 2017 inspection.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Lila Mae Mixon Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. While the dam poses a low risk, its condition raises concerns, prompting the need for ongoing monitoring and potential maintenance or rehabilitation efforts in the future. With its location along the TR-Tennants Branch river, the dam offers recreational opportunities for locals and visitors to enjoy.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of dams like Lila Mae Mixon Dam is crucial for ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water infrastructure. By staying informed about dam conditions, regulations, and potential risks, we can contribute to the responsible management of these critical structures and safeguard our water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
785 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TENNANTS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Nid Storage |
241 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Coosawhatchie River Near Hampton
|
68cfs |
Salkehatchie River Near Miley
|
242cfs |
Savannah River Near Clyo
|
6820cfs |
Savannah R At Burtons Ferry Br Nr Millhaven
|
7320cfs |
Edisto River Nr Givhans
|
1100cfs |
Ebenezer Creek At Springfield
|
12cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Lila Mae Mixon Dam