Lincoln Parish Park
Key Takeaway
Lincoln Parish Park is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 865 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,984 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00526 |
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
Lincoln Parish Park
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lincoln Parish Park?
Lincoln Parish Park 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 Lincoln Parish Park?
Lincoln Parish Park is owned by Lincoln Parish Park (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lincoln Parish Park built?
Lincoln Parish Park was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Lincoln Parish Park?
Lincoln Parish Park 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 Lincoln Parish Park?
Lincoln Parish Park has a dam height of 26 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 Lincoln Parish Park last inspected?
Lincoln Parish Park was last inspected on July 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.