Tommy Hood Dam
Key Takeaway
Tommy Hood Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 704 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00502 |
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
Tommy Hood/Tr Big Creek
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tommy Hood Dam?
Tommy Hood 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 Tommy Hood Dam?
Tommy Hood Dam is owned by Tommy Hood/Tr Big Creek (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tommy Hood Dam built?
Tommy Hood Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Tommy Hood Dam?
Tommy Hood 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 Tommy Hood Dam?
Tommy Hood Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Tommy Hood Dam last inspected?
Tommy Hood Dam was last inspected on July 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.