Huey P Long Fish Hatchery
Key Takeaway
Huey P Long Fish Hatchery is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 3,404 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00274 |
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
State of Louisiana
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Huey P Long Fish Hatchery?
Huey P Long Fish Hatchery 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 Huey P Long Fish Hatchery?
Huey P Long Fish Hatchery is owned by State of Louisiana (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huey P Long Fish Hatchery built?
Huey P Long Fish Hatchery was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Huey P Long Fish Hatchery?
Huey P Long Fish Hatchery 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 Huey P Long Fish Hatchery?
Huey P Long Fish Hatchery has a dam height of 8 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 Huey P Long Fish Hatchery last inspected?
Huey P Long Fish Hatchery was last inspected on June 18, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.