Chivery Dam
Louisiana — Natchitoches County — Bayou Chivary
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Natchitoches |
| River | Bayou Chivary |
| Coordinates | 31.84816, -92.95838 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| NID Storage | 280,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 280,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10,500 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 12, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1934 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | State of Louisiana |
| Other Name | Black Lake |
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.