Barney Moore Dam
Key Takeaway
Barney Moore Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 327 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00544 |
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
Vickie Young
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barney Moore Dam?
Barney Moore 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 Barney Moore Dam?
Barney Moore Dam is owned by Vickie Young (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barney Moore Dam built?
Barney Moore Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Barney Moore Dam?
Barney Moore 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 Barney Moore Dam?
Barney Moore Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Barney Moore Dam last inspected?
Barney Moore Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.