Brushy Bayou Dam
Key Takeaway
Brushy Bayou Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 364 acres |
| Drainage Area | 55 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 840 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00685 |
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
Madison Parish Police Jury
Local Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Brushy Bayou Dam?
Brushy Bayou 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 Brushy Bayou Dam?
Brushy Bayou Dam is owned by Madison Parish Police Jury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brushy Bayou Dam built?
Brushy Bayou Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Brushy Bayou Dam?
Brushy Bayou 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 Brushy Bayou Dam?
Brushy Bayou 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 Brushy Bayou Dam last inspected?
Brushy Bayou Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.