Carson Lake
Key Takeaway
Carson Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 16.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 249 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00228 |
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
BABA's Farm, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carson Lake?
Carson 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 Carson Lake?
Carson Lake is owned by BABA's Farm, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carson Lake built?
Carson Lake was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Carson Lake?
Carson Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carson Lake?
Carson Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Carson Lake last inspected?
Carson Lake was last inspected on December 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.