Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam
Key Takeaway
Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 390 acres |
| Drainage Area | 71 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00734 |
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
Bayou Bonne Idee Gravity Drainage District
Local Government
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam?
Bayou Bonne Idee North 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 Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam?
Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam is owned by Bayou Bonne Idee Gravity Drainage District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam built?
Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Bonne Idee North Dam?
Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam?
Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam last inspected?
Bayou Bonne Idee North Dam was last inspected on January 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.