Bonchasse Dam
Key Takeaway
Bonchasse Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 72.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 564 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 490 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,365 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00639 |
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
Lakes of Bon Chasse, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bonchasse Dam?
Bonchasse 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 Bonchasse Dam?
Bonchasse Dam is owned by Lakes of Bon Chasse, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bonchasse Dam built?
Bonchasse Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Bonchasse Dam?
Bonchasse Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bonchasse Dam?
Bonchasse 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 Bonchasse Dam last inspected?
Bonchasse Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.