Holmes Long Bch Dam
Key Takeaway
Holmes Long Bch Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01300 |
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
LEWIS F HOLMES III TRUSTEE;PAMELA HALLMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holmes Long Bch Dam?
Holmes Long Bch 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 Holmes Long Bch Dam?
Holmes Long Bch Dam is owned by LEWIS F HOLMES III TRUSTEE;PAMELA HALLMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holmes Long Bch Dam built?
Holmes Long Bch Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Holmes Long Bch Dam?
Holmes Long Bch Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Holmes Long Bch Dam?
Holmes Long Bch Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Holmes Long Bch Dam last inspected?
Holmes Long Bch Dam was last inspected on August 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.