CYPRESS BAYOU LAKE NEAR BENTON

Reservoir Levels Weather Hydrology
November 21, 2024

YEAR OVER YEAR

SUMMARY

Lake Or Reservoir Water Surface Elevation Above Ngvd 1929, Ft 24hr Change 0.01%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 176.33 ft
2021-06-21
Maximum 181.98 ft
2021-03-03
Average 179 ft
Dam_Height 34
Hydraulic_Height 34
Drainage_Area 25.6
Year_Completed 1975
Nid_Storage 18000
Structural_Height 41
River_Or_Stream BLACK BAYOU
Foundations Soil
Surface_Area 750
Hazard_Potential High
Outlet_Gates Vertical Lift
Dam_Length 4800
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Nid_Height 41

Cypress Black Bayou Site 2, also known as Black Bayou, is a captivating water resource nestled in Bossier City, Louisiana. This local government-owned fish and wildlife pond serves multiple purposes including irrigation and recreation, making it a valuable asset for the community. Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1975, this Earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet with a structural height of 41 feet, providing a storage capacity of 18,000 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 750 acres.

With a drainage area of 25.6 square miles and a maximum discharge of 13,680 cubic feet per second, Cypress Black Bayou Site 2 offers a habitat for diverse wildlife while also posing a high hazard potential due to its uncontrolled spillway type. Despite its fair condition assessment as of September 2020, the dam requires regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The site's risk assessment is rated as moderate (3), highlighting the importance of implementing risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the long-term sustainability of this vital water resource.

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