Reichold Lake
Key Takeaway
Reichold Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 27 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00215 |
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
Reichold Chemicals, Inc., Newport Division
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reichold Lake?
Reichold 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 Reichold Lake?
Reichold Lake is owned by Reichold Chemicals, Inc., Newport Division (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reichold Lake built?
Reichold Lake was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Reichold Lake?
Reichold 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 Reichold Lake?
Reichold Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Reichold Lake last inspected?
Reichold Lake was last inspected on July 31, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.