Hardwater Lake
Key Takeaway
Hardwater Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft |
| Dam Length | 5,750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 513 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,293 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00739 |
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
State of Louisiana
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hardwater Lake?
Hardwater 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 Hardwater Lake?
Hardwater Lake is owned by State of Louisiana (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardwater Lake built?
Hardwater Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Hardwater Lake?
Hardwater 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 Hardwater Lake?
Hardwater Lake has a dam height of 6 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 Hardwater Lake last inspected?
Hardwater Lake was last inspected on September 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.