Hilda Williams Dam
Key Takeaway
Hilda Williams Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00469 |
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
Hilda Williams
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hilda Williams Dam?
Hilda Williams 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 Hilda Williams Dam?
Hilda Williams Dam is owned by Hilda Williams (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hilda Williams Dam built?
Hilda Williams Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Hilda Williams Dam?
Hilda Williams 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 Hilda Williams Dam?
Hilda Williams 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 Hilda Williams Dam last inspected?
Hilda Williams Dam was last inspected on September 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.