Bayou Macon Cutoff 3
Key Takeaway
Bayou Macon Cutoff 3 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | LA00737 |
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
Franklin Parish Police Jury
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bayou Macon Cutoff 3?
Bayou Macon Cutoff 3 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 Macon Cutoff 3?
Bayou Macon Cutoff 3 is owned by Franklin Parish Police Jury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayou Macon Cutoff 3 built?
Bayou Macon Cutoff 3 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 Macon Cutoff 3?
Bayou Macon Cutoff 3 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 Macon Cutoff 3?
Bayou Macon Cutoff 3 has a dam height of 18 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 Macon Cutoff 3 last inspected?
Bayou Macon Cutoff 3 was last inspected on January 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.