Susan Case Dam
Key Takeaway
Susan Case Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 429 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 396 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00466 |
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
Mamoos FV Properties, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Susan Case Dam?
Susan Case 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 Susan Case Dam?
Susan Case Dam is owned by Mamoos FV Properties, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Susan Case Dam built?
Susan Case Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Susan Case Dam?
Susan Case Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Susan Case Dam?
Susan Case Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Susan Case Dam last inspected?
Susan Case Dam was last inspected on March 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.