Heiman Lake
Key Takeaway
Heiman Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2014 |
| NID ID | LA00363 |
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
Estate of Lloyd Lindsey, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heiman Lake?
Heiman 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 Heiman Lake?
Heiman Lake is owned by Estate of Lloyd Lindsey, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heiman Lake built?
Heiman Lake was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Heiman Lake?
Heiman 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 Heiman Lake?
Heiman Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Heiman Lake last inspected?
Heiman Lake was last inspected on April 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.