Little River WCD Dam 2b, located in Laurens, South Carolina, is a key flood risk reduction structure designed and managed by the USDA NRCS. Completed in 1990, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans a length of 450 feet, with a storage capacity of 137 acre-feet. The dam, constructed with stone core and rock and soil foundations, serves to mitigate the impacts of flooding along the TR-Little River.

Managed by the SC DHEC, this dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its fair condition and high hazard potential are adequately addressed. While its spillway and outlet gates are uncontrolled, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk (3). With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, Little River WCD Dam 2b plays a crucial role in protecting local communities and infrastructure from the impacts of extreme weather events, showcasing the importance of proactive water resource management in the face of a changing climate.