Braxton Moody Dam No. 2

Louisiana — West Feliciana County — Gales Creek

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyWest Feliciana
RiverGales Creek
Coordinates30.98429, -91.34800

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length624 ft
NID Storage90 acre-ft
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionOctober 30, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerBraxton Moody, IV

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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