Lake Erling Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateArkansas
CountyLafayette
Nearest CitySPRINGHILL--LOUISIANA
River/StreamBODCAU
Coordinates33.05000, -93.52528

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length4,390 ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage138,250 acre-ft
Max Storage138,250 acre-ft
Normal Storage76,750 acre-ft
Surface Area2,350 acres
Drainage Area408 sq mi
Max Discharge8,000 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerThe AGRED Foundation
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/05/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDAR00872
Federal IDAR00872
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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