Little River WCD Dam 13
Key Takeaway
Little River WCD Dam 13 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02561 |
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
LAURENS COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT;R T SMITH JR
Private
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High Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little River WCD Dam 13?
Little River WCD Dam 13 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 River WCD Dam 13?
Little River WCD Dam 13 is owned by LAURENS COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT;R T SMITH JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River WCD Dam 13 built?
Little River WCD Dam 13 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 River WCD Dam 13?
Little River WCD Dam 13 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little River WCD Dam 13?
Little River WCD Dam 13 has a dam height of 24 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 River WCD Dam 13 last inspected?
Little River WCD Dam 13 was last inspected on September 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.