Catahoula Lake Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Catahoula Lake Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 95.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 294.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25,000 acres |
| Max Discharge | 15,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00689 |
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
USACE - Vicksburg District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Catahoula Lake Control Structure?
Catahoula Lake Control Structure 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 Catahoula Lake Control Structure?
Catahoula Lake Control Structure is owned by USACE - Vicksburg District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Catahoula Lake Control Structure built?
Catahoula Lake Control Structure was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Catahoula Lake Control Structure?
Catahoula Lake Control Structure serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Catahoula Lake Control Structure?
Catahoula Lake Control Structure has a dam height of 38 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 Catahoula Lake Control Structure last inspected?
Catahoula Lake Control Structure was last inspected on June 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.