Larry Sossaman Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Larry Sossaman Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00281 |
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
LARRY AND ANN SOSSAMON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Larry Sossaman Dam 2?
Larry Sossaman Dam 2 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 Sossaman Dam 2?
Larry Sossaman Dam 2 is owned by LARRY AND ANN SOSSAMON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Larry Sossaman Dam 2 built?
Larry Sossaman Dam 2 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Sossaman Dam 2?
Larry Sossaman Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Larry Sossaman Dam 2?
Larry Sossaman Dam 2 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 Sossaman Dam 2 last inspected?
Larry Sossaman Dam 2 was last inspected on September 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.