Valentine Lake

VALENTINE CREEK· Rapides, Louisiana· Built 1934· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Valentine Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 66.9% in LA)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage480 acre-ft
Normal Storage325 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge30 cfs
Year Completed1934 (92 years old)
NID IDLA00093

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 26, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Valentine Lake?

Valentine 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 Valentine Lake?

Valentine Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Valentine Lake built?

Valentine Lake was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Valentine Lake?

Valentine Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Valentine Lake?

Valentine Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Valentine Lake last inspected?

Valentine Lake was last inspected on January 26, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.