Russell B. Long Lock And Dam

Significant HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyRed River
Nearest CityPOWHATAN
River/StreamRED RIVER
Coordinates31.93880, -93.27130

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height110 ft
Dam Length681 ft
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage70,500 acre-ft
Max Storage70,500 acre-ft
Normal Storage70,500 acre-ft
Surface Area7,500 acres
Drainage Area63,350 sq mi
Max Discharge227,400 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeNavigation
OwnerUSACE - Vicksburg District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection05/09/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDLA00583
Federal IDLA00583
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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