Bayou Bodcau Dam
Key Takeaway
Bayou Bodcau Dam is classified as high hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 15,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 655 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 71,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00179 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Vicksburg District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bayou Bodcau Dam?
Bayou Bodcau Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bayou Bodcau Dam?
Bayou Bodcau Dam is owned by USACE - Vicksburg District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayou Bodcau Dam built?
Bayou Bodcau Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Bayou Bodcau Dam?
Bayou Bodcau Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Bayou Bodcau Dam last inspected?
Bayou Bodcau Dam was last inspected on April 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.