Phillp Witter Dam
Key Takeaway
Phillp Witter Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00405 |
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
Audubon Lane, L. L. C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Phillp Witter Dam?
Phillp Witter 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 Phillp Witter Dam?
Phillp Witter Dam is owned by Audubon Lane, L. L. C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Phillp Witter Dam built?
Phillp Witter Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Phillp Witter Dam?
Phillp Witter Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Phillp Witter Dam?
Phillp Witter Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Phillp Witter Dam last inspected?
Phillp Witter Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.