Durban Egn Dam
Key Takeaway
Durban Egn Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | LA00831 |
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
Durban LLC.
Private
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Durban Egn Dam?
Durban Egn 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 Durban Egn Dam?
Durban Egn Dam is owned by Durban LLC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Durban Egn Dam built?
Durban Egn Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Durban Egn Dam?
Durban Egn 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 Durban Egn Dam?
Durban Egn Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Durban Egn Dam last inspected?
Durban Egn Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.