Richland Lake
Key Takeaway
Richland Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,045 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00076 |
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
Richland Plantation, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richland Lake?
Richland 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 Richland Lake?
Richland Lake is owned by Richland Plantation, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richland Lake built?
Richland Lake was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Richland Lake?
Richland 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 Richland Lake?
Richland 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 Richland Lake last inspected?
Richland Lake was last inspected on February 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.