Greenwood 950 West Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Greenwood 950 West Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 6.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2018 |
| NID ID | LA00769 |
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
LB Timber
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greenwood 950 West Reservoir?
Greenwood 950 West Reservoir 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 Greenwood 950 West Reservoir?
Greenwood 950 West Reservoir is owned by LB Timber (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenwood 950 West Reservoir built?
Greenwood 950 West Reservoir was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Greenwood 950 West Reservoir?
Greenwood 950 West Reservoir 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 Greenwood 950 West Reservoir?
Greenwood 950 West Reservoir has a dam height of 9 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 Greenwood 950 West Reservoir last inspected?
Greenwood 950 West Reservoir was last inspected on April 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.