State Line Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
State Line Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 84.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 890 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,570 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | LA00344 |
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
State Line Hunting and Fishing Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of State Line Lake Dam?
State Line 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 State Line Lake Dam?
State Line Lake Dam is owned by State Line Hunting and Fishing Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was State Line Lake Dam built?
State Line Lake Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 State Line Lake Dam?
State Line Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is State Line Lake Dam?
State Line 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 State Line Lake Dam last inspected?
State Line Lake Dam was last inspected on December 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.