Timberlane Village Dam
Key Takeaway
Timberlane Village Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 283 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 127 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00352 |
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
Timberlane Homeowner Ass.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timberlane Village Dam?
Timberlane Village 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 Timberlane Village Dam?
Timberlane Village Dam is owned by Timberlane Homeowner Ass. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timberlane Village Dam built?
Timberlane Village Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Timberlane Village Dam?
Timberlane Village 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 Timberlane Village Dam?
Timberlane Village Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Timberlane Village Dam last inspected?
Timberlane Village Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.