Bayou Macon Cutoff 3
Louisiana — Madison County — Bayou Macon
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Madison |
| River | Bayou Macon |
| Coordinates | 32.34194, -91.47447 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,820 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,820 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 30, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1961 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Franklin Parish Police Jury |
| Other Name | Backers Cut Off |
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.