Global Wildlife Foundation Dam

Louisiana — Tangipahoa County — Alligator Branch

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyTangipahoa
RiverAlligator Branch
Coordinates30.63140, -90.28110

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length815 ft
NID Storage127 acre-ft
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionNovember 4, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1974
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerGlobal Wildlife Foundation
Other NameGlobal Wildlife Center Dam

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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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