C. J. Bailey Dam
Key Takeaway
C. J. Bailey Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 423 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00432 |
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
C.J. Bailey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of C. J. Bailey Dam?
C. J. Bailey 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 C. J. Bailey Dam?
C. J. Bailey Dam is owned by C.J. Bailey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was C. J. Bailey Dam built?
C. J. Bailey Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 C. J. Bailey Dam?
C. J. Bailey 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 C. J. Bailey Dam?
C. J. Bailey Dam has a dam height of 16 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 C. J. Bailey Dam last inspected?
C. J. Bailey Dam was last inspected on February 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.