Jameson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jameson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 210 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00636 |
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
Jameson Interests, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jameson Lake Dam?
Jameson 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 Jameson Lake Dam?
Jameson Lake Dam is owned by Jameson Interests, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jameson Lake Dam built?
Jameson Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Jameson Lake Dam?
Jameson Lake Dam 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 Jameson Lake Dam?
Jameson Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Jameson Lake Dam last inspected?
Jameson Lake Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.