Pevey Summer Lake Dam

Tr-Johnson Branch· Caddo, Louisiana· Built 1970· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pevey Summer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 46.6% in LA)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage162 acre-ft
Normal Storage143 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,125 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDLA00603

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Springhaven Estates Owners Assoc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pevey Summer Lake Dam?

Pevey Summer 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 Pevey Summer Lake Dam?

Pevey Summer Lake Dam is owned by Springhaven Estates Owners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pevey Summer Lake Dam built?

Pevey Summer Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Pevey Summer Lake Dam?

Pevey Summer 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 Pevey Summer Lake Dam?

Pevey Summer Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Pevey Summer Lake Dam last inspected?

Pevey Summer Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.