Ben Sheets Dam No.2, located in LECOMPTE, Louisiana, is a privately owned structure built in 1989 for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 11 feet with a hydraulic height of 7 feet, the dam spans 561 feet in length and provides a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-COCORDIE LAKE, the dam is regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, ensuring regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement measures to maintain its structural integrity.
With a hazard potential rated as low and a fair condition assessment as of September 2018, Ben Sheets Dam No.2 poses a moderate risk level according to the data. Despite its relatively small drainage area of 1 square mile, the dam's surface area of 24.6 acres offers ample space for recreational activities. The uncontrolled spillway type of the dam indicates its simplistic design, catering primarily to leisure pursuits rather than flood control or water management purposes.
As a vital part of the water resource infrastructure in Rapides County, Louisiana, Ben Sheets Dam No.2 serves as a testament to the balance between human recreation and environmental conservation. Its presence on the TR-COCORDIE LAKE provides locals and visitors with a serene setting for outdoor enjoyment while upholding safety standards and risk management measures to ensure sustainable use of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
561 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COCORDIE LAKE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Indian Creek Recreation Area
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Loran Site Complex
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Loran/Claiborne Trailhead Camp
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Ahtus Melder Camp
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Lost Bayou Scout Camp
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