Greenwood 950 West Reservoir Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Greenwood 950 West Reservoir, located in Caddo, Louisiana, is a private water resource that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 9 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 127 acre-feet. With a surface area of 21.1 acres and a drainage area of 0.06 square miles, the reservoir offers a tranquil setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching.

Maintained by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD), Greenwood 950 West Reservoir has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2019. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 8 feet, and a maximum discharge capacity of 60 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the reservoir has not experienced any significant modifications or emergencies, and is equipped with a needle outlet gate for water release when necessary.

With its scenic beauty and recreational amenities, Greenwood 950 West Reservoir offers a valuable water resource for both locals and visitors to enjoy. As a well-maintained earth dam, it continues to provide a safe and serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates to appreciate and protect for future generations.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

2400

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

NONE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21.1

Hydraulic Height

6.5

Drainage Area

0.06

Nid Storage

127

Structural Height

9

Outlet Gates

Needle - 0

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

9
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.