Bert Jones Dam
Key Takeaway
Bert Jones 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 | 23 ft (taller than 72.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 766 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00365 |
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
Bert Jones
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bert Jones Dam?
Bert Jones 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 Bert Jones Dam?
Bert Jones Dam is owned by Bert Jones (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bert Jones Dam built?
Bert Jones 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 Bert Jones Dam?
Bert Jones 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 Bert Jones Dam?
Bert Jones Dam 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 Bert Jones Dam last inspected?
Bert Jones Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.