Beaubouef Lake
Key Takeaway
Beaubouef Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 2,515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2019 (7 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00832 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Beaubouef Company, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaubouef Lake?
Beaubouef Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Beaubouef Lake?
Beaubouef Lake is owned by Beaubouef Company, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaubouef Lake built?
Beaubouef Lake was completed in 2019, making it 7 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Beaubouef Lake?
Beaubouef Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaubouef Lake?
Beaubouef Lake has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Beaubouef Lake last inspected?
Beaubouef Lake was last inspected on March 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.