Black Lake Bayou Reservoir
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Natchitoches |
| Nearest City | St. Maurice |
| River/Stream | Black Lake Bayou |
| Coordinates | 31.85539, -92.95249 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 44 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,380 ft |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 320,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 320,000 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13,800 acres |
| Drainage Area | 920 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50,035 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | State of Louisiana |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 09/04/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |