Poverty Point Reservoir Dam
Louisiana — Richland County
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Richland |
| Coordinates | 32.48685, -91.48942 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 42 ft |
| Dam Length | 27,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 31,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 31,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,460 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1998 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | State of Louisiana |
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.