Harmon Lake Dam

TR-RED CHUTE BAYOU· Bossier, Louisiana· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Water Supply Federal Government

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 Length1,150 ft
Max Storage440 acre-ft
Normal Storage330 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge200 cfs
Year Modified2004
NID IDLA00172

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: March 31, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USAF AFGSC

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.