Harmon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harmon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Max Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | LA00172 |
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
USAF AFGSC
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Harmon Lake Dam?
Harmon 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 Harmon Lake Dam?
Harmon Lake Dam is owned by USAF AFGSC (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Harmon Lake Dam?
Harmon Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harmon Lake Dam?
Harmon Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Harmon Lake Dam last inspected?
Harmon Lake Dam was last inspected on March 31, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.