Southland Christian Camp
Key Takeaway
Southland Christian Camp is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 27.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 662 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00299 |
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
Southland Christian Camp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Southland Christian Camp?
Southland Christian Camp 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 Southland Christian Camp?
Southland Christian Camp is owned by Southland Christian Camp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Southland Christian Camp built?
Southland Christian Camp was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Southland Christian Camp?
Southland Christian Camp 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 Southland Christian Camp?
Southland Christian Camp 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 Southland Christian Camp last inspected?
Southland Christian Camp was last inspected on May 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.