Upper Caney
Key Takeaway
Upper Caney is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 165 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 25 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00096 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Caney?
Upper Caney 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 Upper Caney?
Upper Caney is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Caney built?
Upper Caney was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Upper Caney?
Upper Caney serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Caney?
Upper Caney 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 Upper Caney last inspected?
Upper Caney was last inspected on October 19, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.