Dams in Richland Parish, Louisiana
4Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Richland Parish, Louisiana
Richland Parish has 4 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. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Richland Parish is 57 years old. The most common purpose is water supply. The tallest dam is Poverty Point Reservoir Dam at 44 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Point Reservoir Dam | High | Fair | 44 | Water Supply | 1998 |
| Boeuf River Dam Mi 51 | Low | Poor | 37 | Water Supply | 1966 |
| Epps Lodge Lake | Low | Fair | 22 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1952 |
| Murphys Lake West End | Low | Fair | 20 | Recreation | 1960 |