Bayou Dupont No 17
Key Takeaway
Bayou Dupont No 17 is classified as significant hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 84.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,010 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 951 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 309 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,330 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00055 |
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
Ajax Realty Company, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bayou Dupont No 17?
Bayou Dupont No 17 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 Dupont No 17?
Bayou Dupont No 17 is owned by Ajax Realty Company, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayou Dupont No 17 built?
Bayou Dupont No 17 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 17?
Bayou Dupont No 17 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 17?
Bayou Dupont No 17 has a dam height of 28 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 17 last inspected?
Bayou Dupont No 17 was last inspected on August 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.