Dogwood Lake
Key Takeaway
Dogwood Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00157 |
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
Marietta and Warren Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dogwood Lake?
Dogwood 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 Dogwood Lake?
Dogwood Lake is owned by Marietta and Warren Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dogwood Lake built?
Dogwood Lake was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Dogwood Lake?
Dogwood 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 Dogwood Lake?
Dogwood Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Dogwood Lake last inspected?
Dogwood Lake was last inspected on August 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.