Doug Harris Dam

Tributary to Luster Branch· Natchitoches, Louisiana· Built 1990· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Doug Harris Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 6.5% in LA)
Dam Length1,590 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDLA00458

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 20, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Doug Harris

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Doug Harris Dam?

Doug Harris 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 Doug Harris Dam?

Doug Harris Dam is owned by Doug Harris (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Doug Harris Dam built?

Doug Harris Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Doug Harris Dam?

Doug Harris 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 Doug Harris Dam?

Doug Harris Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Doug Harris Dam last inspected?

Doug Harris Dam was last inspected on January 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.