Ray Lake
Key Takeaway
Ray Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,090 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 416 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,297 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00646 |
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
R Turner Family Construction, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ray Lake?
Ray 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 Ray Lake?
Ray Lake is owned by R Turner Family Construction, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ray Lake built?
Ray Lake was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Ray Lake?
Ray Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ray Lake?
Ray Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Ray Lake last inspected?
Ray Lake was last inspected on November 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.