Bayou Dupont No 9

Natchitoches County, Louisiana (near Shamrock)

River/Stream: Tr-Bayou Dupont

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
28 ft
Dam Length
1,440 ft
Reservoir Storage
658 acre-ft
Year Completed
1959
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
6,400 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2023-08-15

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Fair — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
LA00062
State
Louisiana (LA)
Coordinates
31.71400, -93.33400
Age
67 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.