Haynes Lake
Key Takeaway
Haynes Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 51.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00080 |
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
Kevin Tomb
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Haynes Lake?
Haynes 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 Haynes Lake?
Haynes Lake is owned by Kevin Tomb (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Haynes Lake built?
Haynes Lake was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Haynes Lake?
Haynes 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 Haynes Lake?
Haynes Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Haynes Lake last inspected?
Haynes Lake was last inspected on October 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.