Bear Creek No 3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bear Creek No 2 Ruby Miller Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Bear Creek No 3, located in Allen, Louisiana, is a privately owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a structural height of 19 feet, with a length of 2780 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 228 acre-feet and serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation.
The dam is regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 200 feet, and the hazard potential is rated as low with a fair condition assessment. The dam is located on the TR-Bear Creek and has a drainage area of 1.69 square miles, with a maximum discharge of 4440 cubic feet per second.
Although the risk assessment for Bear Creek No 3 is moderate, the dam is well-maintained and meets regulatory guidelines. With its strategic location and multiple purposes, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bear Creek No 3 is a fascinating example of how infrastructure can be designed to serve both practical and environmental needs.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
2780 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
1.69 |
Nid Storage |
228 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Calcasieu River Near Kinder
|
762cfs |
Whiskey Chitto Creek Near Oberlin
|
253cfs |
Calcasieu River Near Oberlin
|
91cfs |
Bundick Ck Nr De Ridder
|
75cfs |
Bayou Nezpique Near Basile
|
141cfs |
Bayou Des Cannes Nr Eunice
|
8cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Bear Creek No 3