Bo Chevallier Dam
Key Takeaway
Bo Chevallier Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,922 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00516 |
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
RICK LOUDEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bo Chevallier Dam?
Bo Chevallier 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 Bo Chevallier Dam?
Bo Chevallier Dam is owned by RICK LOUDEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bo Chevallier Dam built?
Bo Chevallier Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Bo Chevallier Dam?
Bo Chevallier 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 Bo Chevallier Dam?
Bo Chevallier Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Bo Chevallier Dam last inspected?
Bo Chevallier Dam was last inspected on July 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.