M Tucker Laffitte Dam
Key Takeaway
M Tucker Laffitte Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01009 |
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
MONTAGUE TUCKER LAFFITTE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of M Tucker Laffitte Dam?
M Tucker Laffitte 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 M Tucker Laffitte Dam?
M Tucker Laffitte Dam is owned by MONTAGUE TUCKER LAFFITTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was M Tucker Laffitte Dam built?
M Tucker Laffitte Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 M Tucker Laffitte Dam?
M Tucker Laffitte Dam 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 M Tucker Laffitte Dam?
M Tucker Laffitte Dam has a dam height of 10 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 M Tucker Laffitte Dam last inspected?
M Tucker Laffitte Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.