Heaberlin Reservoir

tr-Cypress Bayou· Caddo, Louisiana· Built 2017· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Heaberlin Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 33.1% in LA)
Dam Length3,270 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage174 acre-ft
Normal Storage116 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
Year Completed2017 (9 years old)
NID IDLA00701

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: June 23, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LADOTD

Ownership

Skylin

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heaberlin Reservoir?

Heaberlin Reservoir 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 Heaberlin Reservoir?

Heaberlin Reservoir is owned by Skylin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Heaberlin Reservoir built?

Heaberlin Reservoir was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Heaberlin Reservoir?

Heaberlin Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Heaberlin Reservoir?

Heaberlin Reservoir has a dam height of 15 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 Heaberlin Reservoir last inspected?

Heaberlin Reservoir was last inspected on June 23, 2023. 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.