Mike Bader Dam No. 3
Key Takeaway
Mike Bader Dam No. 3 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00596 |
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
Mike Bader
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mike Bader Dam No. 3?
Mike Bader Dam No. 3 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 Mike Bader Dam No. 3?
Mike Bader Dam No. 3 is owned by Mike Bader (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mike Bader Dam No. 3 built?
Mike Bader Dam No. 3 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Mike Bader Dam No. 3?
Mike Bader Dam No. 3 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 Mike Bader Dam No. 3?
Mike Bader Dam No. 3 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 Mike Bader Dam No. 3 last inspected?
Mike Bader Dam No. 3 was last inspected on April 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.