Kincaid Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Kincaid Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 95.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 5,360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,920 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100,150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00050 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Rapides Parish Police Jury
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kincaid Reservoir?
Kincaid Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kincaid Reservoir?
Kincaid Reservoir is owned by Rapides Parish Police Jury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kincaid Reservoir built?
Kincaid Reservoir was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Kincaid Reservoir?
Kincaid Reservoir 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 Kincaid Reservoir?
Kincaid Reservoir has a dam height of 38 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 Kincaid Reservoir last inspected?
Kincaid Reservoir was last inspected on November 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.