Stewart Impoundment

tr - Castor Creek· Bienville, Louisiana· Built 1973· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stewart Impoundment is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA)
Dam Length1,145 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage126 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area294 sq mi
Max Discharge400 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDLA00594

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: August 9, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LADOTD

Ownership

Bradley and Jennifer Holloway

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stewart Impoundment?

Stewart Impoundment 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 Stewart Impoundment?

Stewart Impoundment is owned by Bradley and Jennifer Holloway (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stewart Impoundment built?

Stewart Impoundment was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Stewart Impoundment?

Stewart Impoundment 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 Stewart Impoundment?

Stewart Impoundment has a dam height of 20 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 Stewart Impoundment last inspected?

Stewart Impoundment was last inspected on August 9, 2023. 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.