Larry Hoopaugh Dam

TR-LITTLE SANDY RIVER· Chester, South Carolina· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Larry Hoopaugh Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC)
Max Storage148 acre-ft
Normal Storage86 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDSC03526

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 18, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LARRY HOOPAUGH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Larry Hoopaugh Dam?

Larry Hoopaugh 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 Hoopaugh Dam?

Larry Hoopaugh Dam is owned by LARRY HOOPAUGH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Larry Hoopaugh Dam?

Larry Hoopaugh 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 Larry Hoopaugh Dam?

Larry Hoopaugh Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Hoopaugh Dam last inspected?

Larry Hoopaugh Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.