Little River WCD Dam 2b
Key Takeaway
Little River WCD Dam 2b is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 85.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02558 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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;MATTHEW E MANNING AND REGINA R MANNING
Private
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High Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little River WCD Dam 2b?
Little River WCD Dam 2b is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 2b?
Little River WCD Dam 2b is owned by LAURENS COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT;MATTHEW E MANNING AND REGINA R MANNING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River WCD Dam 2b built?
Little River WCD Dam 2b 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 2b?
Little River WCD Dam 2b 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 2b?
Little River WCD Dam 2b has a dam height of 33 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 2b last inspected?
Little River WCD Dam 2b was last inspected on May 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.