Lemac Farm

Tr-Cypress Bayou· De Soto, Louisiana· Built 1982· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lemac Farm is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 75% in LA)
Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage167 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge550 cfs
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDLA00575

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 4, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Lemac Farms, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lemac Farm?

Lemac Farm 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 Lemac Farm?

Lemac Farm is owned by Lemac Farms, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lemac Farm built?

Lemac Farm was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Lemac Farm?

Lemac Farm 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 Lemac Farm?

Lemac Farm has a dam height of 24 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 Lemac Farm last inspected?

Lemac Farm was last inspected on September 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.