James Young Dam
Key Takeaway
James Young Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 675 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2021 |
| NID ID | LA00503 |
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
David Young
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Young Dam?
James Young 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 Young Dam?
James Young Dam is owned by David Young (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Young Dam built?
James Young Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 James Young Dam?
James Young 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 Young Dam?
James Young Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Young Dam last inspected?
James Young Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.