George Borghardt Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sinclair Lake Beechgrove Pond
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
George Borghardt Dam, located in Wakefield, Louisiana, is a privately owned earth dam designed by Jules Landry and completed in 1970.
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Summary
Its primary purpose is for recreation, with a height of 12 feet and a length of 420 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 69.72 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.81 acres along TR-Alexander Creek.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as fair during its last inspection in October 2016. The risk assessment for the dam is considered moderate, with a rating of 3.
Overall, George Borghardt Dam serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area, providing recreational opportunities while being closely monitored and maintained to ensure public safety and water security in West Feliciana, Louisiana.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ALEXANDER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.81 |
Nid Storage |
69.72 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Comite River Near Olive Branch
|
65cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
49cfs |
(Coe) Atchafalaya River At Simmesport
|
65700cfs |
Amite River Near Darlington
|
316cfs |
Comite River Near Comite
|
142cfs |
Mississippi River At Baton Rouge
|
152000cfs |
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.
George Borghardt Dam