Redwood Lake
Key Takeaway
Redwood Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 880 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 259 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Max Discharge | 661 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00071 |
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
Ms. Annette Barton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Redwood Lake?
Redwood 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 Redwood Lake?
Redwood Lake is owned by Ms. Annette Barton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Redwood Lake built?
Redwood Lake was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Redwood Lake?
Redwood 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 Redwood Lake?
Redwood Lake has a dam height of 14 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 Redwood Lake last inspected?
Redwood Lake was last inspected on April 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.