Scalfi Lake
Key Takeaway
Scalfi Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00222 |
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
Gary Lynn Nixon
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scalfi Lake?
Scalfi 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 Scalfi Lake?
Scalfi Lake is owned by Gary Lynn Nixon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scalfi Lake built?
Scalfi Lake was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Scalfi Lake?
Scalfi 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 Scalfi Lake?
Scalfi Lake has a dam height of 10 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 Scalfi Lake last inspected?
Scalfi Lake was last inspected on December 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.