Carden Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Carden Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00555 |
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
Edna Carden
Private
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Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carden Dam No. 2?
Carden Dam No. 2 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 Carden Dam No. 2?
Carden Dam No. 2 is owned by Edna Carden (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carden Dam No. 2 built?
Carden Dam No. 2 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Carden Dam No. 2?
Carden Dam No. 2 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 Carden Dam No. 2?
Carden Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Carden Dam No. 2 last inspected?
Carden Dam No. 2 was last inspected on February 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.