Covey Rise Lodge Dam
Key Takeaway
Covey Rise Lodge Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00723 |
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
CR Retreat Holding, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Covey Rise Lodge Dam?
Covey Rise Lodge 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 Covey Rise Lodge Dam?
Covey Rise Lodge Dam is owned by CR Retreat Holding, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Covey Rise Lodge Dam built?
Covey Rise Lodge Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Covey Rise Lodge Dam?
Covey Rise Lodge 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 Covey Rise Lodge Dam?
Covey Rise Lodge Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Covey Rise Lodge Dam last inspected?
Covey Rise Lodge Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.