Lake Shreve Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Shreve Estates Dam is classified as significant hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,850 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2009 |
| NID ID | LA00589 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
W.D.S. Development Co., Llc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Shreve Estates Dam?
Lake Shreve Estates Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Shreve Estates Dam?
Lake Shreve Estates Dam is owned by W.D.S. Development Co., Llc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Shreve Estates Dam?
Lake Shreve Estates 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 Shreve Estates Dam?
Lake Shreve Estates Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Shreve Estates Dam last inspected?
Lake Shreve Estates Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.