Breckenridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Breckenridge Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 66.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,115 cfs |
| Year Modified | 1995 |
| NID ID | LA00391 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
C-B Pond, Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Breckenridge Lake Dam?
Breckenridge Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Breckenridge Lake Dam?
Breckenridge Lake Dam is owned by C-B Pond, Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Breckenridge Lake Dam?
Breckenridge Lake Dam 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 Breckenridge Lake Dam?
Breckenridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Breckenridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Breckenridge Lake Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.