Chris Bowman Lake
Key Takeaway
Chris Bowman Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 92.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 815 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 715 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00799 |
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
Y NOT LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chris Bowman Lake?
Chris Bowman 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 Chris Bowman Lake?
Chris Bowman Lake is owned by Y NOT LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chris Bowman Lake built?
Chris Bowman Lake was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Chris Bowman Lake?
Chris Bowman Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chris Bowman Lake?
Chris Bowman Lake has a dam height of 35 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 Chris Bowman Lake last inspected?
Chris Bowman Lake was last inspected on January 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.