Kay Thompson Dam, located in Shreveport, Louisiana, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
Built in 1945, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 18.5 feet and spans 950 feet in length, impounding a maximum storage capacity of 412 acre-feet of water from the TR-Boggy Bayou stream. The dam's normal storage capacity is 356.8 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 22.3 acres within a drainage area of 2 square miles.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Kay Thompson Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated in fair condition following its last inspection in September 2016. With an uncontrolled spillway width of 35 feet, the dam poses a moderate risk level (3) according to the risk assessment. Despite not having associated locks or outlet gates, the dam remains a popular spot for recreational activities and scenic enjoyment in the Caddo County area.
Overall, Kay Thompson Dam stands as a testament to both engineering ingenuity and environmental stewardship, providing a safe and enjoyable space for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of Louisiana's natural landscapes while respecting the importance of dam safety and maintenance protocols.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
18.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOGGY BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
412 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
Cypress Bayou Near Keithville
|
1cfs |
Red Chute Bayou At Sligo
|
301cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
|
9200cfs |
Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley
|
0cfs |
Bayou San Patricio Near Benson
|
1cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Beckville
|
750cfs |