Lower Anacoco Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Anacoco Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 94.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 5,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,600 acres |
| Drainage Area | 209 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 55,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00001 |
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
Vernon Parish Police Jury
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Anacoco Dam?
Lower Anacoco 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 Lower Anacoco Dam?
Lower Anacoco Dam is owned by Vernon Parish Police Jury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Anacoco Dam built?
Lower Anacoco Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Lower Anacoco Dam?
Lower Anacoco 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 Lower Anacoco Dam?
Lower Anacoco Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Lower Anacoco Dam last inspected?
Lower Anacoco Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.