Davis Ledoux Dam
Key Takeaway
Davis Ledoux Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,010 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Max Discharge | 8 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2022 |
| NID ID | LA00430 |
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
Davis Ledoux
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Davis Ledoux Dam?
Davis Ledoux 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 Davis Ledoux Dam?
Davis Ledoux Dam is owned by Davis Ledoux (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Ledoux Dam built?
Davis Ledoux Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Davis Ledoux Dam?
Davis Ledoux Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Davis Ledoux Dam?
Davis Ledoux Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Davis Ledoux Dam last inspected?
Davis Ledoux Dam was last inspected on February 7, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.