Lake Santa Maria Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Santa Maria Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 24.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 217 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 183 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| NID ID | LA00733 |
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
Silverside Acquisitions, LLC;The Revocable Trust of Kevin J. Mawae
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Santa Maria Dam?
Lake Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Dam?
Lake Santa Maria Dam is owned by Silverside Acquisitions, LLC;The Revocable Trust of Kevin J. Mawae (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Santa Maria Dam?
Lake Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Dam?
Lake Santa Maria Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Santa Maria Dam last inspected?
Lake Santa Maria Dam was last inspected on January 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.