Millers Lake
Key Takeaway
Millers Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 36,475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1953 |
| NID ID | LA00285 |
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
Est. of JB Gus Miller, LLC and Yvonne Lahaye, LLC = Millers Lake, LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 11 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Millers Lake?
Millers 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 Millers Lake?
Millers Lake is owned by Est. of JB Gus Miller, LLC and Yvonne Lahaye, LLC = Millers Lake, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Millers Lake built?
Millers Lake was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Millers Lake?
Millers 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 Millers Lake?
Millers Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Millers Lake last inspected?
Millers Lake was last inspected on May 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.