Blanchard Lake
Key Takeaway
Blanchard Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 108 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00332 |
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
Universal Oil Products
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blanchard Lake?
Blanchard 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 Blanchard Lake?
Blanchard Lake is owned by Universal Oil Products (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blanchard Lake built?
Blanchard Lake was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Blanchard Lake?
Blanchard 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 Blanchard Lake?
Blanchard Lake has a dam height of 15 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 Blanchard Lake last inspected?
Blanchard Lake was last inspected on December 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.