Oden Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Oden 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 | 9 ft (taller than 6.5% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 980 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 196 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | LA00743 |
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
Cecil Gassiott et al.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Oden Lake Dam?
Oden 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 Oden Lake Dam?
Oden Lake Dam is owned by Cecil Gassiott et al. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oden Lake Dam built?
Oden 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 Oden Lake Dam?
Oden 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 Oden Lake Dam?
Oden Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Oden Lake Dam last inspected?
Oden Lake Dam was last inspected on February 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.