Lake Haven Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Haven Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00484 |
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
Lake Haven Property Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Haven Dam?
Lake Haven 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 Lake Haven Dam?
Lake Haven Dam is owned by Lake Haven Property Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Haven Dam built?
Lake Haven Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Lake Haven Dam?
Lake Haven 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 Lake Haven Dam?
Lake Haven 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 Lake Haven Dam last inspected?
Lake Haven Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.