Lakeview Park Lake
Key Takeaway
Lakeview Park Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 16.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 143 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00151 |
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
Lakeview Park, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeview Park Lake?
Lakeview Park 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 Lakeview Park Lake?
Lakeview Park Lake is owned by Lakeview Park, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakeview Park Lake built?
Lakeview Park Lake was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Lakeview Park Lake?
Lakeview Park Lake serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lakeview Park Lake?
Lakeview Park Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Lakeview Park Lake last inspected?
Lakeview Park Lake was last inspected on February 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.