Joe Mitcham Dam
Key Takeaway
Joe Mitcham Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 96.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 815 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 333 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | LA00438 |
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
Mitcham Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe Mitcham Dam?
Joe Mitcham 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 Joe Mitcham Dam?
Joe Mitcham Dam is owned by Mitcham Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Mitcham Dam built?
Joe Mitcham Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Joe Mitcham Dam?
Joe Mitcham Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Joe Mitcham Dam?
Joe Mitcham Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Joe Mitcham Dam last inspected?
Joe Mitcham Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.