Morris Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Morris Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00226 |
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
Millard Morris
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morris Lake Dam?
Morris Lake 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 Morris Lake Dam?
Morris Lake Dam is owned by Millard Morris (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morris Lake Dam built?
Morris Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Morris Lake Dam?
Morris Lake Dam 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 Morris Lake Dam?
Morris Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Morris Lake Dam last inspected?
Morris Lake Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.