Yvonne Welborn Dam
Key Takeaway
Yvonne Welborn Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 534 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00439 |
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
Yvonne Welborn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yvonne Welborn Dam?
Yvonne Welborn 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 Yvonne Welborn Dam?
Yvonne Welborn Dam is owned by Yvonne Welborn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yvonne Welborn Dam built?
Yvonne Welborn Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Yvonne Welborn Dam?
Yvonne Welborn 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 Yvonne Welborn Dam?
Yvonne Welborn 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 Yvonne Welborn Dam last inspected?
Yvonne Welborn Dam was last inspected on February 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.