Kcs Mp No 574 Dam
Key Takeaway
Kcs Mp No 574 Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00487 |
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
Kansas City Southern Railroad
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kcs Mp No 574 Dam?
Kcs Mp No 574 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 Kcs Mp No 574 Dam?
Kcs Mp No 574 Dam is owned by Kansas City Southern Railroad (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kcs Mp No 574 Dam built?
Kcs Mp No 574 Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Kcs Mp No 574 Dam?
Kcs Mp No 574 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 Kcs Mp No 574 Dam?
Kcs Mp No 574 Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Kcs Mp No 574 Dam last inspected?
Kcs Mp No 574 Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.