Lake Tigator
Key Takeaway
Lake Tigator is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 990 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 524 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,449 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00362 |
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
Boy Scouts of America
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Tigator?
Lake Tigator 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 Tigator?
Lake Tigator is owned by Boy Scouts of America (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Tigator built?
Lake Tigator was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Tigator?
Lake Tigator 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 Tigator?
Lake Tigator 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 Tigator last inspected?
Lake Tigator was last inspected on February 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.