Ben Sheets Dam No.2
Key Takeaway
Ben Sheets Dam No.2 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 16.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 561 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00535 |
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
B & J Ranch, LLC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ben Sheets Dam No.2?
Ben Sheets Dam No.2 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 Sheets Dam No.2?
Ben Sheets Dam No.2 is owned by B & J Ranch, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ben Sheets Dam No.2 built?
Ben Sheets Dam No.2 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Sheets Dam No.2?
Ben Sheets Dam No.2 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 Sheets Dam No.2?
Ben Sheets Dam No.2 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 Sheets Dam No.2 last inspected?
Ben Sheets Dam No.2 was last inspected on April 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.