Ollie Holm Lake
Key Takeaway
Ollie Holm Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00323 |
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
Mr. Kim Smith
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ollie Holm Lake?
Ollie Holm 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 Ollie Holm Lake?
Ollie Holm Lake is owned by Mr. Kim Smith (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ollie Holm Lake built?
Ollie Holm Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Ollie Holm Lake?
Ollie Holm Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ollie Holm Lake?
Ollie Holm Lake has a dam height of 24 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 Ollie Holm Lake last inspected?
Ollie Holm Lake was last inspected on November 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.