Bee Lake
Key Takeaway
Bee Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 86.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 845 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00331 |
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
Ross Walker
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bee Lake?
Bee 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 Bee Lake?
Bee Lake is owned by Ross Walker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bee Lake built?
Bee Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bee Lake?
Bee 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 Bee Lake?
Bee Lake has a dam height of 29 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 Bee Lake last inspected?
Bee Lake was last inspected on November 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.