Daryl Pennington Dam
Key Takeaway
Daryl Pennington Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 90.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 624 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00328 |
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
Daryl B. Pennington, Sr.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Daryl Pennington Dam?
Daryl Pennington 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 Daryl Pennington Dam?
Daryl Pennington Dam is owned by Daryl B. Pennington, Sr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daryl Pennington Dam built?
Daryl Pennington Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Daryl Pennington Dam?
Daryl Pennington 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 Daryl Pennington Dam?
Daryl Pennington Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Daryl Pennington Dam last inspected?
Daryl Pennington Dam was last inspected on March 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.