Castor Lake
Key Takeaway
Castor Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 499 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00214 |
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
F. H. Rateau
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Castor Lake?
Castor 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 Castor Lake?
Castor Lake is owned by F. H. Rateau (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Castor Lake built?
Castor Lake was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Castor Lake?
Castor 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 Castor Lake?
Castor Lake has a dam height of 10 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 Castor Lake last inspected?
Castor Lake was last inspected on July 4, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.