Little River Wcd Dam 16 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Little River WCD Dam 16, located in Laurens, South Carolina, was completed in 1988 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-REEDY FORK river.
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Summary
Owned by the local government and designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans 450 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. The dam is classified as low hazard potential with a fair condition assessment, last inspected in September 2017.
Managed by the SC DHEC and regulated by the state, Little River WCD Dam 16 is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Although the hazard potential is low, a moderate risk assessment rating (3 out of 5) suggests a need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. With a surface area of 3 acres and a normal storage capacity of 15 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and safeguarding the surrounding community in times of high water events along the TR-REEDY FORK river.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-REEDY FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Little River Wcd Dam 16