Virginia Thacker Dam
Key Takeaway
Virginia Thacker Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 403 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00542 |
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
Virginia Thacker, et al and Canaan Resources, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Virginia Thacker Dam?
Virginia Thacker 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 Virginia Thacker Dam?
Virginia Thacker Dam is owned by Virginia Thacker, et al and Canaan Resources, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Virginia Thacker Dam built?
Virginia Thacker Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Virginia Thacker Dam?
Virginia Thacker 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 Virginia Thacker Dam?
Virginia Thacker Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Virginia Thacker Dam last inspected?
Virginia Thacker Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.