Howard Wilcox Dam
Key Takeaway
Howard Wilcox Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 890 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00479 |
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
Howard Wilcox
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howard Wilcox Dam?
Howard Wilcox 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 Howard Wilcox Dam?
Howard Wilcox Dam is owned by Howard Wilcox (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howard Wilcox Dam built?
Howard Wilcox Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Howard Wilcox Dam?
Howard Wilcox 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 Howard Wilcox Dam?
Howard Wilcox Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Howard Wilcox Dam last inspected?
Howard Wilcox Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.