Little Hell Hole Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Hell Hole Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.3% in SC) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | SC82060 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Hell Hole Dam?
Little Hell Hole 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 Little Hell Hole Dam?
Little Hell Hole Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Hell Hole Dam built?
Little Hell Hole Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Little Hell Hole Dam?
Little Hell Hole Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Hell Hole Dam?
Little Hell Hole Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Little Hell Hole Dam last inspected?
Little Hell Hole Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.