Ac Skannal No 3 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ac Skannal No 3, also known as Skannal Dam, is a private water resource structure located in Bossier, Louisiana along TR-RED CHUTE BAYOU.


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Summary

Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1964, this Earth-type dam serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a primary purpose of enhancing the local ecosystem and offering recreational opportunities. With a structural height of 20 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 234 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 31 acres and has a drainage area of 0.55 square miles.

Although Ac Skannal No 3 is categorized as having a low hazard potential, its condition assessment as of July 2017 was reported as fair. The dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LA DOTD). With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there is a need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of this water resource structure. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Ac Skannal No 3 a fascinating example of how human-made structures can support wildlife habitats while also posing challenges that require careful monitoring and maintenance.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TR-RED CHUTE BAYOU

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

31

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

0.55

Nid Storage

234

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.