Ben Rush Dam
Key Takeaway
Ben Rush Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 16.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 348 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00379 |
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
JUNCACEAE PLANTATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ben Rush Dam?
Ben Rush 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 Ben Rush Dam?
Ben Rush Dam is owned by JUNCACEAE PLANTATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ben Rush Dam built?
Ben Rush Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Ben Rush Dam?
Ben Rush Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ben Rush Dam?
Ben Rush Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Ben Rush Dam last inspected?
Ben Rush Dam was last inspected on February 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.