Scott Gentry Dam
Key Takeaway
Scott Gentry Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 6.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 672 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 424 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | LA00568 |
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
Scott Gentry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scott Gentry Dam?
Scott Gentry 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 Scott Gentry Dam?
Scott Gentry Dam is owned by Scott Gentry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scott Gentry Dam built?
Scott Gentry Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Scott Gentry Dam?
Scott Gentry Dam 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 Scott Gentry Dam?
Scott Gentry Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Scott Gentry Dam last inspected?
Scott Gentry Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.