Honey Brake Unit 8
Key Takeaway
Honey Brake Unit 8 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 7,180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| NID ID | LA00812 |
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
Honey Brake Lodge LTD
Federal Government
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Honey Brake Unit 8?
Honey Brake Unit 8 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 Honey Brake Unit 8?
Honey Brake Unit 8 is owned by Honey Brake Lodge LTD (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Honey Brake Unit 8?
Honey Brake Unit 8 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Honey Brake Unit 8?
Honey Brake Unit 8 has a dam height of 12 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.