Whippoorwill Grove Dam
Key Takeaway
Whippoorwill Grove 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 Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 352 cfs |
| NID ID | LA00725 |
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
Whippoorwill HOA Phase 7 and Susan Casey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whippoorwill Grove Dam?
Whippoorwill Grove 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 Whippoorwill Grove Dam?
Whippoorwill Grove Dam is owned by Whippoorwill HOA Phase 7 and Susan Casey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Whippoorwill Grove Dam?
Whippoorwill Grove 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 Whippoorwill Grove Dam?
Whippoorwill Grove 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 Whippoorwill Grove Dam last inspected?
Whippoorwill Grove Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.