Clark Branch Dam
Key Takeaway
Clark Branch Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 6.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 127 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00728 |
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
Riverfront Village, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clark Branch Dam?
Clark Branch 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 Clark Branch Dam?
Clark Branch Dam is owned by Riverfront Village, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clark Branch Dam built?
Clark Branch Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Clark Branch Dam?
Clark Branch Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clark Branch Dam?
Clark Branch Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Clark Branch Dam last inspected?
Clark Branch Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.