Fuller Dam
Key Takeaway
Fuller Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 578 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00356 |
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
Leonard and Rebecca Dean
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fuller Dam?
Fuller 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 Fuller Dam?
Fuller Dam is owned by Leonard and Rebecca Dean (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fuller Dam built?
Fuller Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Fuller Dam?
Fuller 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 Fuller Dam?
Fuller Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Fuller Dam last inspected?
Fuller Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.