Vernon Lake Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Vernon |
| Nearest City | Standard |
| River/Stream | Bayou Anacoco |
| Coordinates | 31.17731, -93.35771 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Height | 56 ft |
| Dam Length | 5,275 ft |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 99,473 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 99,473 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4,250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 112 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 29,100 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | Vernon Parish Police Jury |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 09/25/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |