Shackleford Lake

Bayou Bonne Idee Offstream· Morehouse, Louisiana· Built 1955· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Shackleford Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA)
Dam Length1,078 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage483 acre-ft
Normal Storage434 acre-ft
Surface Area69 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge135 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDLA00161

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 12, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

John Shackleford

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shackleford Lake?

Shackleford 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 Shackleford Lake?

Shackleford Lake is owned by John Shackleford (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Shackleford Lake built?

Shackleford Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Shackleford Lake?

Shackleford Lake serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Shackleford Lake?

Shackleford 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 Shackleford Lake last inspected?

Shackleford Lake was last inspected on April 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.