Cleco Rodemacher
Key Takeaway
Cleco Rodemacher is classified as significant hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 6,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,112 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 81,554 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00519 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Cleco Corporation
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Cleco Rodemacher?
Cleco Rodemacher is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cleco Rodemacher?
Cleco Rodemacher is owned by Cleco Corporation (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cleco Rodemacher built?
Cleco Rodemacher was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Cleco Rodemacher?
Cleco Rodemacher serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cleco Rodemacher?
Cleco Rodemacher has a dam height of 25 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 Cleco Rodemacher last inspected?
Cleco Rodemacher was last inspected on June 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.