L F Holmes Dam
Key Takeaway
L F Holmes Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02317 |
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
LF HOLMES III, VALERIE BROOKS HOLMES AND BRANNON HOLMES MCCOMB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of L F Holmes Dam?
L F Holmes 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 L F Holmes Dam?
L F Holmes Dam is owned by LF HOLMES III, VALERIE BROOKS HOLMES AND BRANNON HOLMES MCCOMB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was L F Holmes Dam built?
L F Holmes Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 L F Holmes Dam?
L F Holmes 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 L F Holmes Dam?
L F Holmes 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 L F Holmes Dam last inspected?
L F Holmes Dam was last inspected on July 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.