Epps Lodge Lake

Bayou Macon· Richland, Louisiana· Built 1952· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Epps Lodge Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 55.9% in LA)
Dam Length2,140 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Normal Storage176 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge500 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDLA00183

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: October 22, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Epps Plantation, LLC

Private

Nearby Dams

Murphys Lake West End

Richland, LA

Low Hazard 17 ft

Poverty Point Reservoir Dam

Richland, LA

High Hazard 42 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Epps Lodge Lake?

Epps Lodge 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 Epps Lodge Lake?

Epps Lodge Lake is owned by Epps Plantation, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Epps Lodge Lake built?

Epps Lodge Lake was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Epps Lodge Lake?

Epps Lodge Lake serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Epps Lodge Lake?

Epps Lodge Lake 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 Epps Lodge Lake last inspected?

Epps Lodge Lake was last inspected on October 22, 2014. 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.