Kervin Branch Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Kervin Branch Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 203 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 485 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00626 |
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
Frierson Brothers, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kervin Branch Creek Dam?
Kervin Branch Creek 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 Kervin Branch Creek Dam?
Kervin Branch Creek Dam is owned by Frierson Brothers, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kervin Branch Creek Dam built?
Kervin Branch Creek Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Kervin Branch Creek Dam?
Kervin Branch Creek 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 Kervin Branch Creek Dam?
Kervin Branch Creek Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Kervin Branch Creek Dam last inspected?
Kervin Branch Creek Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.