Loch Carden Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateLouisiana
CountySt. Tammany
Nearest CityCovington
River/StreamTr-Bills Creek
Coordinates30.63657, -90.10099

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height19 ft
Dam Length810 ft
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage320 acre-ft
Max Storage320 acre-ft
Normal Storage270 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge870 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerThe Highlands Homeowners Association of St. Tammany, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/02/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDLA00600
Federal IDLA00600
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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