Ilh Holdings Dam
Key Takeaway
Ilh Holdings Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00797 |
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
ILH Holdens
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ilh Holdings Dam?
Ilh Holdings 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 Ilh Holdings Dam?
Ilh Holdings Dam is owned by ILH Holdens (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ilh Holdings Dam built?
Ilh Holdings Dam was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Ilh Holdings Dam?
Ilh Holdings Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ilh Holdings Dam?
Ilh Holdings Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ilh Holdings Dam last inspected?
Ilh Holdings Dam was last inspected on February 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.