Tew Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tew Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 19% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 248 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00697 |
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
Catahoula Parish Police Jury;Tensas Basin Levee District
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tew Lake Dam?
Tew 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 Tew Lake Dam?
Tew Lake Dam is owned by Catahoula Parish Police Jury;Tensas Basin Levee District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tew Lake Dam built?
Tew Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Tew Lake Dam?
Tew 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 Tew Lake Dam?
Tew Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Tew Lake Dam last inspected?
Tew Lake Dam was last inspected on September 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.