Larry Earls Dam
Key Takeaway
Larry Earls Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02660 |
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
P&L EROSION CONTROL ETC INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Larry Earls Dam?
Larry Earls 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 Larry Earls Dam?
Larry Earls Dam is owned by P&L EROSION CONTROL ETC INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Larry Earls Dam built?
Larry Earls Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Larry Earls Dam?
Larry Earls Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Larry Earls Dam?
Larry Earls Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Larry Earls Dam last inspected?
Larry Earls Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.