Carmel Dam No. 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carmel Dam Bridges Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
2, located in De Soto, Louisiana, is a private earth dam designed by the USDS NRCS and completed in 2003. The dam, built on Siphorien Bayou, serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a height of 15 feet and a length of 735 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 458 acre-feet and a surface area of 61 acres, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 35 feet, is of the uncontrolled type, ensuring efficient water release during periods of high flow. Despite having a low hazard potential and a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in October 2016, the dam poses a moderate risk due to its location and design features. However, the Louisiana DOTD, as the state regulatory agency, ensures regular inspections, maintenance, and enforcement to mitigate any potential risks and safeguard the surrounding community. Carmel Dam No. 2 stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and the importance of balancing recreational needs with environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
735 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
SIPHORIEN BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
61 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
458 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bayou San Patricio Near Benson
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29cfs |
Cypress Bayou Near Keithville
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11cfs |
Bayou Grand Cane Near Stanley
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6cfs |
Bayou Pierre Near Lake End
|
323cfs |
Red Chute Bayou At Sligo
|
55cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Carthage
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9200cfs |
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.
Carmel Dam No. 2