Shelter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shelter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 84.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 848 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 606 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00483 |
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
Twin Lake Property Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shelter Lake Dam?
Shelter Lake Dam 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 Shelter Lake Dam?
Shelter Lake Dam is owned by Twin Lake Property Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shelter Lake Dam built?
Shelter Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Shelter Lake Dam?
Shelter Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shelter Lake Dam?
Shelter Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Shelter Lake Dam last inspected?
Shelter Lake Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.