Larry Sossaman Dam 1 dam
Larry Sossaman Dam 1
Larry Sossaman Dam 1, located in Cherokee, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1950, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 147 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-ABINGDON CREEK, this dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Larry Sossaman Dam 1 was deemed unsatisfactory during its last inspection in September 2017. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, indicating a potential for adverse impacts in the event of a failure. With an annual inspection frequency of 5 years, it is crucial for the owners and regulators to address the identified issues and implement necessary risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of this structure for both recreational use and environmental protection.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor and advocate for the maintenance and improvement of dams like Larry Sossaman Dam 1 to mitigate risks and preserve water resources. Collaboration between the private owners, state regulators, and community stakeholders is essential to ensure the safety of the dam and the surrounding areas, as well as to address any potential environmental concerns. By staying informed and engaged, we can contribute to the sustainable management of water resources and the resilience of our infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Larry Sossaman Dam 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Broad River Below Cherokee Falls | 576 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Gaffney | 1,890 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Blacksburg | 338 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Boiling Springs | 392 cfs | → |
| Pacolet River Below Lake Blalock Near Cowpens | 88 cfs | → |
| Lawsons Fork Creek At Spartanburg Sc | 29 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Larry Sossaman Dam 1.
Boat launches
- Sandy Ford Road 1925, Chesnee
- John H. Moss Lake Recreation Park
- Lakeshore Drive Cleveland County
- First Broad River Trail Shelby
- Anchor Park
- Boatshore Road York County
Campgrounds
- Garner Creek Backcountry Campsite
- Garner Creek
- Kings Mountain State Park
- Poulous Loop Group Camp
- Shelby Mission Camp
- Croft State Natural Area
Fishing spots
Track Larry Sossaman Dam 1 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Larry Sossaman Dam 1
Where does the data for Larry Sossaman Dam 1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Larry Sossaman Dam 1.