Bayou Darbonne Dam and Reservoir
Louisiana — Union County — Bayou Darbonne
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Union |
| River | Bayou Darbonne |
| Coordinates | 32.71231, -92.34083 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 54 ft |
| Dam Height | 54 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,450 ft |
| NID Storage | 240,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 240,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15,250 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 12, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1961 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Bayou DArbonne Watershed District |
| Other Name | T.T. Fields Dam and Spillway |
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.