Erin Land Co. Dam
Key Takeaway
Erin Land Co. Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 705 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | LA00423 |
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
Erin Land Co.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Erin Land Co. Dam?
Erin Land Co. 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 Erin Land Co. Dam?
Erin Land Co. Dam is owned by Erin Land Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Erin Land Co. Dam?
Erin Land Co. 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 Erin Land Co. Dam?
Erin Land Co. Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Erin Land Co. Dam last inspected?
Erin Land Co. Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.