Waugh Dam
Key Takeaway
Waugh 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 | 29 ft (taller than 86.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 257 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 568 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00372 |
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
Gene Foster
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Waugh Dam?
Waugh 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 Waugh Dam?
Waugh Dam is owned by Gene Foster (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waugh Dam built?
Waugh 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 Waugh Dam?
Waugh 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 Waugh Dam?
Waugh Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Waugh Dam last inspected?
Waugh Dam was last inspected on April 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.