Sky-Lin Services Reservoir

tr-Cypress Creek· Caddo, Louisiana· Built 2018· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Sky-Lin Services Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 76.3% in LA)
Dam Length4,375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Normal Storage152 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area19 sq mi
Year Completed2018 (8 years old)
NID IDLA00679

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: September 12, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: LA DOTD

Ownership

Sky-Lin Services, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sky-Lin Services Reservoir?

Sky-Lin Services Reservoir 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 Sky-Lin Services Reservoir?

Sky-Lin Services Reservoir is owned by Sky-Lin Services, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sky-Lin Services Reservoir built?

Sky-Lin Services Reservoir was completed in 2018, making it 8 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 Sky-Lin Services Reservoir?

Sky-Lin Services Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sky-Lin Services Reservoir?

Sky-Lin Services Reservoir has a dam height of 25 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 Sky-Lin Services Reservoir last inspected?

Sky-Lin Services Reservoir was last inspected on September 12, 2018. 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.