Dorothy Knost Dam
Key Takeaway
Dorothy Knost Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| NID ID | LA00413 |
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
Dorothy Knost
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dorothy Knost Dam?
Dorothy Knost 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 Dorothy Knost Dam?
Dorothy Knost Dam is owned by Dorothy Knost (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dorothy Knost Dam?
Dorothy Knost 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 Dorothy Knost Dam?
Dorothy Knost Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Dorothy Knost Dam last inspected?
Dorothy Knost Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.