Greg Hall Dam
Key Takeaway
Greg Hall Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1992 |
| NID ID | LA00571 |
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
Greg Hall
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greg Hall Dam?
Greg Hall 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 Greg Hall Dam?
Greg Hall Dam is owned by Greg Hall (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greg Hall Dam built?
Greg Hall Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Greg Hall Dam?
Greg Hall 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 Greg Hall Dam?
Greg Hall Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Greg Hall Dam last inspected?
Greg Hall Dam was last inspected on October 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.