Braxton Moody Dam No. 3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
3 is a private-owned structure located in West Feliciana, Louisiana, along the Gales Creek. Standing at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet, this earth dam serves primarily for recreation purposes. Its construction includes buttress and stone core types, with a soil foundation, providing a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet for water enthusiasts and wildlife in the area.
Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Braxton Moody Dam No. 3 is regulated and inspected by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with no outlet gates and a spillway width of 0 feet. The last inspection in August 2018 revealed the dam's need for maintenance, highlighting the importance of proper risk management measures to prevent any potential emergencies.
With its moderate risk level and location in a picturesque setting near Hollywood, Louisiana, Braxton Moody Dam No. 3 offers both recreational opportunities and challenges for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As efforts to maintain and improve its condition continue, the dam stands as a valuable asset for the community while requiring careful monitoring and management to ensure its long-term sustainability.
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
GALES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
Comite River Near Olive Branch
|
65cfs |
(Coe) Atchafalaya River At Simmesport
|
105000cfs |
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Amite River Near Darlington
|
267cfs |
Comite River Near Comite
|
142cfs |
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.
Braxton Moody Dam No. 3