Southridge Lake
Key Takeaway
Southridge Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.6% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 737 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 442 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,208 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00647 |
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 L. Brown
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Southridge Lake?
Southridge 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 Southridge Lake?
Southridge Lake is owned by Gary L. Brown (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Southridge Lake built?
Southridge Lake was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Southridge Lake?
Southridge Lake 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 Southridge Lake?
Southridge Lake has a dam height of 17 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 Southridge Lake last inspected?
Southridge Lake was last inspected on November 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.