Ruby Miller Dam

Hickory Lake Creek· Allen, Louisiana· Built 1949· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ruby Miller Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA)
Dam Length1,335 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge420 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDLA00422

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: February 22, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

William Miller

Private

Nearby Dams

Bear Creek No 1

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Significant Hazard 17 ft

Bear Creek No 2

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Significant Hazard 14 ft

Bear Creek No 3

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Low Hazard 12 ft

Walker Pond

Allen, LA

Low Hazard 10 ft

Erin Land Co. Dam

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Low Hazard 8 ft

Bundick Creek Dam

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High Hazard 40 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ruby Miller Dam?

Ruby Miller 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 Ruby Miller Dam?

Ruby Miller Dam is owned by William Miller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ruby Miller Dam built?

Ruby Miller Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Ruby Miller Dam?

Ruby Miller Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ruby Miller Dam?

Ruby Miller Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Ruby Miller Dam last inspected?

Ruby Miller Dam was last inspected on February 22, 2022. 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.