Spike James Dam

Louisiana — West Feliciana County — Tr-Tunica Swamp

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyWest Feliciana
RiverTr-Tunica Swamp
Coordinates30.86800, -91.48100

Physical Characteristics

NID Height38 ft
Dam Height36 ft
Dam Length450 ft
NID Storage1,080 acre-ft
Max Storage1,080 acre-ft
Surface Area60 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionDecember 4, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1976
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSpike James

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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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