Lyle Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 23, 2025
Lyle Lake Dam, located in Bunkie, Louisiana, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1960 for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a structural height of 10 feet, with a hydraulic height of 7 feet and a length of 1360 feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as being in fair condition as of the last inspection in March 2019.
The dam has a storage capacity of 195 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet and a surface area of 33 acres. It is regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, with state permits and inspections in place to ensure its safety. The dam sits on Bayou Dulac and serves various purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and recreation in addition to its primary function as a wildlife habitat.
While the dam's risk assessment is considered very high, with a rating of 1, measures are in place to manage this risk. With its controlled spillway and associated structures, Lyle Lake Dam plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and provides valuable water resources for the surrounding area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as an important example of how human intervention can support and enhance natural habitats.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1360 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
BAYOU DULAC |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
195 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Lyle Lake Dam