Lemon Lake
Key Takeaway
Lemon Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 535 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 282 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00085 |
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
T. J. Cross
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lemon Lake?
Lemon 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 Lemon Lake?
Lemon Lake is owned by T. J. Cross (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lemon Lake built?
Lemon Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lemon Lake?
Lemon Lake 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 Lemon Lake?
Lemon Lake has a dam height of 17 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 Lemon Lake last inspected?
Lemon Lake was last inspected on May 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.