Rawhide Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Rawhide Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 93.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 885 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,246 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00663 |
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
Joel D. and Susan B. Mitchell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rawhide Creek Dam?
Rawhide Creek 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 Rawhide Creek Dam?
Rawhide Creek Dam is owned by Joel D. and Susan B. Mitchell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rawhide Creek Dam built?
Rawhide Creek Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Rawhide Creek Dam?
Rawhide Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rawhide Creek Dam?
Rawhide Creek Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Rawhide Creek Dam last inspected?
Rawhide Creek Dam was last inspected on January 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.