James Young Dam
Louisiana — Lincoln County — Fivemile Creek
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Lincoln |
| River | Fivemile Creek |
| Coordinates | 32.72477, -92.76266 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| NID Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 28, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1996 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | David Young |
Location Map
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.