Tucker Creek Lake
Key Takeaway
Tucker Creek Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,215 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2020 |
| NID ID | LA00648 |
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
Colton A. Sanders, et ux
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tucker Creek Lake?
Tucker Creek 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 Tucker Creek Lake?
Tucker Creek Lake is owned by Colton A. Sanders, et ux (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tucker Creek Lake built?
Tucker Creek Lake was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Tucker Creek Lake?
Tucker Creek 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 Tucker Creek Lake?
Tucker Creek Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Tucker Creek Lake last inspected?
Tucker Creek Lake was last inspected on December 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.