Boise Cascade Mill
Key Takeaway
Boise Cascade Mill is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 65 ft (taller than 99.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 3,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 921 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 116 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00282 |
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
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boise Cascade Mill?
Boise Cascade Mill 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 Boise Cascade Mill?
Boise Cascade Mill is owned by Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boise Cascade Mill built?
Boise Cascade Mill was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Boise Cascade Mill?
Boise Cascade Mill serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boise Cascade Mill?
Boise Cascade Mill has a dam height of 65 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 Boise Cascade Mill last inspected?
Boise Cascade Mill was last inspected on March 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.