James Gray Dam
Key Takeaway
James Gray Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| NID ID | LA00480 |
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
James Gray
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Gray Dam?
James Gray 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 James Gray Dam?
James Gray Dam is owned by James Gray (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of James Gray Dam?
James Gray 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 James Gray Dam?
James Gray Dam has a dam height of 13 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 James Gray Dam last inspected?
James Gray Dam was last inspected on February 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.