Guy Kinnebrew Dam

Clear Creek· Claiborne, Louisiana· Built 1990· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Guy Kinnebrew Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA)
Dam Length960 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage340 acre-ft
Normal Storage306 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge830 cfs
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDLA00564

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: October 15, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Guy Kinnerbrew

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Guy Kinnebrew Dam?

Guy Kinnebrew 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 Guy Kinnebrew Dam?

Guy Kinnebrew Dam is owned by Guy Kinnerbrew (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Guy Kinnebrew Dam built?

Guy Kinnebrew Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Guy Kinnebrew Dam?

Guy Kinnebrew 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 Guy Kinnebrew Dam?

Guy Kinnebrew Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Guy Kinnebrew Dam last inspected?

Guy Kinnebrew Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2020. 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.