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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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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