Heaberlin Reservoir
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 Length | 3,270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00701 |
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
Skylin
Private
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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.