Bayou Desiard Dam
Key Takeaway
Bayou Desiard Dam is classified as significant hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 95.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 600 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1960 |
| NID ID | LA00265 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Monroe
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bayou Desiard Dam?
Bayou Desiard Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bayou Desiard Dam?
Bayou Desiard Dam is owned by City of Monroe (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayou Desiard Dam built?
Bayou Desiard Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Desiard Dam?
Bayou Desiard Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bayou Desiard Dam?
Bayou Desiard Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Desiard Dam last inspected?
Bayou Desiard Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.