West Lake Subdivision Dam
Key Takeaway
West Lake Subdivision Dam is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 41% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 780 cfs |
| NID ID | LA00528 |
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
Ouachita Parish Police Jury
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Lake Subdivision Dam?
West Lake Subdivision 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 West Lake Subdivision Dam?
West Lake Subdivision Dam is owned by Ouachita Parish Police Jury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of West Lake Subdivision Dam?
West Lake Subdivision 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 West Lake Subdivision Dam?
West Lake Subdivision Dam 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 West Lake Subdivision Dam last inspected?
West Lake Subdivision Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.