Hollywood Lake

Gin Branch To Last Creek· East Feliciana, Louisiana· Built 1941· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hollywood Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA)
Dam Length580 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Max Discharge48 cfs
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)
NID IDLA00077

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: November 16, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Earl Poole

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hollywood Lake?

Hollywood 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 Hollywood Lake?

Hollywood Lake is owned by Earl Poole (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hollywood Lake built?

Hollywood Lake was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Hollywood Lake?

Hollywood 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 Hollywood Lake?

Hollywood Lake has a dam height of 12 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 Hollywood Lake last inspected?

Hollywood Lake was last inspected on November 16, 2021. 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.