Lake Martin Dam
Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | St. Martin |
| Nearest City | Lafayette |
| River/Stream | Vermilion River Offstream |
| Coordinates | 30.22200, -91.90600 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 18 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 26,996 ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 5,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 800 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 22 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | LA Dept of Wildlife and Fisheries |
| Owner Type | State |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 02/29/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |