Little River Dam & Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Little River Dam & Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6,850 acres |
| Drainage Area | 406 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1980 |
| NID ID | LA00788 |
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
Avoyelles Parish Police Jury
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little River Dam & Control Structure?
Little River Dam & Control Structure 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 Little River Dam & Control Structure?
Little River Dam & Control Structure is owned by Avoyelles Parish Police Jury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little River Dam & Control Structure built?
Little River Dam & Control Structure was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Little River Dam & Control Structure?
Little River Dam & Control Structure 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 Little River Dam & Control Structure?
Little River Dam & Control Structure has a dam height of 15 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 Little River Dam & Control Structure last inspected?
Little River Dam & Control Structure was last inspected on June 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.