Donna Kemp Dam
Key Takeaway
Donna Kemp Dam 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 | 17 ft (taller than 46.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00548 |
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
Donna Kemp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Donna Kemp Dam?
Donna Kemp 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 Donna Kemp Dam?
Donna Kemp Dam is owned by Donna Kemp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donna Kemp Dam built?
Donna Kemp Dam 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 Donna Kemp Dam?
Donna Kemp 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 Donna Kemp Dam?
Donna Kemp Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Donna Kemp Dam last inspected?
Donna Kemp Dam was last inspected on November 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.