City Park Lake
Key Takeaway
City Park Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 5,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 48 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | LA00248 |
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
City of Eunice and Janet Richard Ward
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City Park Lake?
City Park 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 City Park Lake?
City Park Lake is owned by City of Eunice and Janet Richard Ward (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City Park Lake built?
City Park Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 City Park Lake?
City Park 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 City Park Lake?
City Park 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 City Park Lake last inspected?
City Park Lake was last inspected on February 7, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.