Clotild Lake
Key Takeaway
Clotild 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 | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 514 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | LA00613 |
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
Noel Vargas
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clotild Lake?
Clotild 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 Clotild Lake?
Clotild Lake is owned by Noel Vargas (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clotild Lake built?
Clotild 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 Clotild Lake?
Clotild 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 Clotild Lake?
Clotild 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 Clotild Lake last inspected?
Clotild Lake was last inspected on March 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.