Spike James Dam
Key Takeaway
Spike James Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 93.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 540 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00511 |
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
Spike James
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spike James Dam?
Spike James 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 Spike James Dam?
Spike James Dam is owned by Spike James (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spike James Dam built?
Spike James Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Spike James Dam?
Spike James 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 Spike James Dam?
Spike James 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 Spike James Dam last inspected?
Spike James Dam was last inspected on December 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.