Lake Bordelon Dam

Tr-Fish Creek· Grant, Louisiana· Built 1961· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Bordelon Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA)
Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge343 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDLA00203

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 18, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Diocese of Western Louisiana

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Bordelon Dam?

Lake Bordelon 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 Lake Bordelon Dam?

Lake Bordelon Dam is owned by Diocese of Western Louisiana (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Bordelon Dam built?

Lake Bordelon Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Lake Bordelon Dam?

Lake Bordelon 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 Lake Bordelon Dam?

Lake Bordelon Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Lake Bordelon Dam last inspected?

Lake Bordelon Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.