Bourdeux Lake
Key Takeaway
Bourdeux Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 365 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00257 |
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
Jady Regard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bourdeux Lake?
Bourdeux Lake 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 Bourdeux Lake?
Bourdeux Lake is owned by Jady Regard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bourdeux Lake built?
Bourdeux Lake was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Bourdeux Lake?
Bourdeux Lake 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 Bourdeux Lake?
Bourdeux Lake has a dam height of 6 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 Bourdeux Lake last inspected?
Bourdeux Lake was last inspected on September 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.