Conference Center Lake Dam

Trib. Bayou Clear· Rapides, Louisiana· Built 1995· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Conference Center Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 55.9% in LA)
Dam Length545 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage362 acre-ft
Normal Storage171 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge433 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDLA00393

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

United Methodist Church of Louisiana

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Conference Center Lake Dam?

Conference Center Lake Dam 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 Conference Center Lake Dam?

Conference Center Lake Dam is owned by United Methodist Church of Louisiana (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Conference Center Lake Dam built?

Conference Center Lake Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Conference Center Lake Dam?

Conference Center Lake Dam 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 Conference Center Lake Dam?

Conference Center Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Conference Center Lake Dam last inspected?

Conference Center Lake Dam was last inspected on January 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.