Bayou Desiard Upper Milhaven Dam
Louisiana — Ouachita County — Bayou Desiard
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Ouachita |
| River | Bayou Desiard |
| Coordinates | 32.55403, -92.02232 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 650 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | February 22, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Ouachita Parish Police Jury |
| Other Name | Duck Weed Structure |
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.