Upper Bayou Nezpique No 3, also known as Crooked Creek Reservoir Dam, is a local government-owned structure located in Evangeline, Louisiana.
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This earth-type dam, designed by USDA NRCS, was completed in 1974 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. The dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans a length of 2150 feet, providing a storage capacity of 5495 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 700 acres.
The dam, situated on TR-Cypress Creek and regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 200 feet and vertical lift outlet gates. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2019 was deemed fair. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety measures are up to standard.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the vital role Upper Bayou Nezpique No 3 plays in flood risk reduction, as well as its contribution to fish and wildlife habitat, recreational activities, and overall environmental conservation in the region. The dam's presence on TR-Cypress Creek serves as a key component in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in Louisiana's diverse ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
2150 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
700 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
7.45 |
Nid Storage |
5495 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Vertical Lift |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Bayou Cocodrie Nr Clearwater
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94cfs |
Calcasieu River Nr Glenmora
|
108cfs |
Calcasieu River Near Oberlin
|
88cfs |
Bayou Des Cannes Nr Eunice
|
8cfs |
Bayou Nezpique Near Basile
|
104cfs |
Whiskey Chitto Creek Near Oberlin
|
237cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Crooked Creek Rec Area
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Lost Bayou Scout Camp
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Chicot State Park
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