Pipes Lake
Key Takeaway
Pipes Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 66.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00361 |
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
Sally Pipes Graves
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pipes Lake?
Pipes 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 Pipes Lake?
Pipes Lake is owned by Sally Pipes Graves (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pipes Lake built?
Pipes Lake was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Pipes Lake?
Pipes 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 Pipes Lake?
Pipes Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Pipes Lake last inspected?
Pipes Lake was last inspected on April 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.