Nantachie Lake Dam in Grant, Louisiana, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1964 by the Louisiana Department of Public Works.
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Situated on Nantachie Creek, this dam serves multiple purposes, including recreation and water storage for the surrounding area. With a structural height of 41 feet and a hydraulic height of 32 feet, the dam holds a normal storage capacity of 11,200 acre-feet and has a surface area of 1,580 acres.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 150 feet, is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential according to the latest assessment. The condition of the dam is rated as fair, with the last inspection conducted in July 2020. Despite the moderate risk assessment, the dam is well-maintained and meets state regulatory standards for inspection, permitting, and enforcement. Overall, Nantachie Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource infrastructure in the region, ensuring water supply and recreational opportunities for the community while managing flood risks along Nantachie Creek.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
NANTACHIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1580 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
84 |
Nid Storage |
35500 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
41 |
Big Creek At Pollock
|
21cfs |
Dugdemona River Near Joyce
|
248cfs |
Little River Near Rochelle
|
506cfs |
Bayou Pierre Near Lake End
|
187cfs |
Calcasieu River Nr Glenmora
|
313cfs |
Saline Bayou Near Lucky
|
38cfs |