Kings Lake
Key Takeaway
Kings Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00138 |
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
Fb King Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kings Lake?
Kings 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 Kings Lake?
Kings Lake is owned by Fb King Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kings Lake built?
Kings Lake was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Kings Lake?
Kings 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 Kings Lake?
Kings Lake has a dam height of 10 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 Kings Lake last inspected?
Kings Lake was last inspected on February 23, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.