Rand Knotts Dam No. 2

South Choudrant Creek· Jackson, Louisiana· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rand Knotts Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 87.3% in LA)
Dam Length485 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage131 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge390 cfs
Year Modified2010
NID IDLA00498

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: July 13, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Rand Knotts

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rand Knotts Dam No. 2?

Rand Knotts Dam No. 2 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 Rand Knotts Dam No. 2?

Rand Knotts Dam No. 2 is owned by Rand Knotts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rand Knotts Dam No. 2?

Rand Knotts Dam No. 2 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 Rand Knotts Dam No. 2?

Rand Knotts Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 30 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 Rand Knotts Dam No. 2 last inspected?

Rand Knotts Dam No. 2 was last inspected on July 13, 2020. 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.