Douglas Smith Dam
Key Takeaway
Douglas Smith Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 55.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00551 |
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
Douglas Scott Smith
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Douglas Smith Dam?
Douglas Smith 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 Douglas Smith Dam?
Douglas Smith Dam is owned by Douglas Scott Smith (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Douglas Smith Dam built?
Douglas Smith Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Douglas Smith Dam?
Douglas Smith 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 Douglas Smith Dam?
Douglas Smith Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Douglas Smith Dam last inspected?
Douglas Smith Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.