Bundick Creek Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Morel Lake Alvin Gray Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Bundick Creek Dam, also known as Bundicks Lake, is a state-owned structure located in Dry Creek, Louisiana.
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Summary
Built in 1963 by the Louisiana Department of Public Works, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and spans a length of 8454 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 9200 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, although it also serves as a water supply source.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a fair condition assessment, Bundick Creek Dam is regularly inspected by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development to ensure its safety and functionality. The spillway, with a width of 200 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam features a slide (sluice gate) for outlet gates. The surrounding area offers a surface area of 1750 acres for recreational activities, making it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Beauregard County, Louisiana.
Despite its moderate risk assessment, Bundick Creek Dam remains a vital structure in the region, providing not only recreational opportunities but also crucial water supply services. With its picturesque setting on Bundick Creek and its historical significance dating back to the 1960s, this dam continues to play a significant role in the local community and ecosystem, attracting visitors and serving as a key component of the region's water resource management infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
8454 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
BUNDICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1750 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
208 |
Nid Storage |
57500 |
Structural Height |
46 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
46 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bundick Ck Nr De Ridder
|
70cfs |
Whiskey Chitto Creek Near Oberlin
|
237cfs |
Calcasieu River Near Oberlin
|
88cfs |
Calcasieu River Near Kinder
|
662cfs |
Bayou Anacoco Near Rosepine
|
124cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Bon Wier
|
762cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Bundick Creek Dam