Dams in Jackson Parish, Louisiana
9Total Dams
1High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Jackson Parish, Louisiana
Jackson Parish has 9 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Jackson Parish is 72 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Caney Creek Dam at 78 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caney Creek Dam | High | Fair | 78 | Recreation | 1986 |
| Chatham Lake Dam | Significant | Fair | 19 | Recreation | 1940 |
| Rand Knotts Dam No. 2 | Low | Satisfactory | 30 | Recreation | |
| Jackson Parish Golf Course Dam | Low | Fair | 21 | Recreation | |
| Mccoy Dam No 1 | Low | Fair | 20 | Recreation | 1960 |
| Rand Knotts Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 19 | Recreation | |
| Kelly Pond | Low | Not Rated | 17 | Recreation | 1954 |
| John Moore Dam | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Recreation | |
| Black Pond | Undetermined | Fair | 10 | Other | 1928 |