Caddo Dam
Key Takeaway
Caddo Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is navigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 93.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,225 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 755.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26,800 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,744 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 36,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00181 |
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
Caddo Levee District Board
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Caddo Dam?
Caddo 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 Caddo Dam?
Caddo Dam is owned by Caddo Levee District Board (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caddo Dam built?
Caddo Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Caddo Dam?
Caddo Dam serves the following purposes: Navigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Caddo Dam?
Caddo Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Caddo Dam last inspected?
Caddo Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.