Bayou Dupont No 13
Key Takeaway
Bayou Dupont No 13 is classified as unknown in Louisiana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 72.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00058 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Norman P. Mitchell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bayou Dupont No 13?
Bayou Dupont No 13 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bayou Dupont No 13?
Bayou Dupont No 13 is owned by Norman P. Mitchell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayou Dupont No 13 built?
Bayou Dupont No 13 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 Bayou Dupont No 13?
Bayou Dupont No 13 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bayou Dupont No 13?
Bayou Dupont No 13 has a dam height of 23 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 Dupont No 13 last inspected?
Bayou Dupont No 13 was last inspected on November 16, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.