Loch Mcgregor Dam
Key Takeaway
Loch Mcgregor Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 16.4% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,203 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00719 |
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
The Highlands Homeowners Association of St. Tammany, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loch Mcgregor Dam?
Loch Mcgregor Dam 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 Loch Mcgregor Dam?
Loch Mcgregor Dam is owned by The Highlands Homeowners Association of St. Tammany, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loch Mcgregor Dam built?
Loch Mcgregor Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Loch Mcgregor Dam?
Loch Mcgregor Dam 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 Loch Mcgregor Dam last inspected?
Loch Mcgregor Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.