Tom Engquist Dam

Redwood Creek· East Feliciana, Louisiana· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tom Engquist Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA)
Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Normal Storage85 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,166 cfs
NID IDLA00404

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: October 18, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Tomarlee Commercial Properties, L.L.C.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tom Engquist Dam?

Tom Engquist 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 Tom Engquist Dam?

Tom Engquist Dam is owned by Tomarlee Commercial Properties, L.L.C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tom Engquist Dam?

Tom Engquist 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 Tom Engquist Dam?

Tom Engquist Dam 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 Tom Engquist Dam last inspected?

Tom Engquist Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2021. 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.