Turtle Rock Lake
Key Takeaway
Turtle Rock Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 2020 and is 6 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.1% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 56 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2020 (6 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00830 |
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
Calhoun J. One, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Turtle Rock Lake?
Turtle Rock 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 Turtle Rock Lake?
Turtle Rock Lake is owned by Calhoun J. One, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turtle Rock Lake built?
Turtle Rock Lake was completed in 2020, making it 6 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 Turtle Rock Lake?
Turtle Rock Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Turtle Rock Lake?
Turtle Rock Lake has a dam height of 26 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 Turtle Rock Lake last inspected?
Turtle Rock Lake was last inspected on March 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.