Horseshoe Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyMorehouse
Nearest CityOak Ridge
River/StreamBayou Bonne Idee
Coordinates32.71167, -91.70854

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length680 ft
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage970 acre-ft
Max Storage970 acre-ft
Normal Storage565 acre-ft
Surface Area162 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge140 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerMorehouse Parish Police Jury
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/19/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDLA00258
Federal IDLA00258
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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