Caney Creek Dam

Jackson County, Louisiana (near Chatham)

River/Stream: Caney Creek

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
78 ft
Dam Length
6,190 ft
Reservoir Storage
125,000 acre-ft
Year Completed
1986
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
8,400 cfs

Condition Assessment

FairLast inspected: 2024-06-25

Hazard Classification: High — 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
LA00385
State
Louisiana (LA)
Coordinates
32.22400, -92.48900
Age
40 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.