Greenwood 950 West Reservoir

Caddo, Louisiana· Built 1960· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length2,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
Year Modified2018
NID IDLA00769

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: April 9, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LADOTD

Ownership

LB Timber

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.