Istrouma Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Istrouma Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 2,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 699 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00066 |
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
Boy Scouts of America
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Istrouma Lake Dam?
Istrouma Lake Dam 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 Istrouma Lake Dam?
Istrouma Lake Dam is owned by Boy Scouts of America (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Istrouma Lake Dam built?
Istrouma Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Istrouma Lake Dam?
Istrouma Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Istrouma Lake Dam?
Istrouma Lake Dam 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 Istrouma Lake Dam last inspected?
Istrouma Lake Dam was last inspected on February 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.