Morris Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Peggy Stevens Pond Prairie Creek Pond
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Morris Lake, located in Vernon, Louisiana, is a privately owned water resource managed by WB Morris.
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Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1944, serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. The dam has a height of 10 feet and a length of 300 feet, with a spillway width of 20 feet.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Morris Lake is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure public safety. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition, with a very high risk assessment of 1. With its controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 274 cubic feet per second, Morris Lake offers both recreational opportunities and a vital water resource for the surrounding area, including the TR-Bayou Castor.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Morris Lake to be a captivating location to explore the intersection of human-made infrastructure and natural ecosystems. With its historical significance, recreational amenities, and importance for water management in the area, Morris Lake offers a unique opportunity to engage with the complexities of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in Louisiana.
Year Completed |
1944 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAYOU CASTOR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bayou Anacoco Near Rosepine
|
124cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Burkeville
|
302cfs |
Sabine Rv At Toledo Bd Res Nr Burkeville
|
164cfs |
Bayou Toro Near Toro
|
35cfs |
Bundick Ck Nr De Ridder
|
70cfs |
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.
Morris Lake