George Borghardt Dam

Tr-Alexander Creek· West Feliciana, Louisiana· Built 1970· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

George Borghardt Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge312 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDLA00407

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: November 1, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Roberts Real Estate Investments, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of George Borghardt Dam?

George Borghardt 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 George Borghardt Dam?

George Borghardt Dam is owned by Roberts Real Estate Investments, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was George Borghardt Dam built?

George Borghardt Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 George Borghardt Dam?

George Borghardt 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 George Borghardt Dam?

George Borghardt Dam has a dam height of 15 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 George Borghardt Dam last inspected?

George Borghardt Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2021. 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.