Millers Lake, located in Ville Platte, Louisiana, is a private water resource managed by J.
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B. Gus Miller. This earth dam, completed in 1929, serves as a recreational area with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for visitors. The dam stands at a height of 8 feet with a hydraulic height of 6 feet, and a spillway width of 634 feet.
With a storage capacity of 24,000 acre-feet, Millers Lake covers a surface area of 3,000 acres and has a drainage area of 15 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. The dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in May 2019, and it meets moderate risk management measures to ensure public safety and environmental preservation.
Overall, Millers Lake offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities while also serving as a vital water resource in the Evangeline Parish. Its historical significance, coupled with its modern amenities and regulatory oversight, make it a valuable asset in the region's water infrastructure and conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1929 |
Dam Length |
36475 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAYOU DES CANNES |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3000 |
Hydraulic Height |
6 |
Drainage Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
24000 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Bayou Cocodrie Nr Clearwater
|
94cfs |
Bayou Des Cannes Nr Eunice
|
8cfs |
Bayou Courtableau At Washington
|
278cfs |
Bayou Nezpique Near Basile
|
104cfs |
Calcasieu River Nr Glenmora
|
108cfs |
Calcasieu River Near Oberlin
|
88cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Chicot State Park
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Lost Bayou Scout Camp
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Crooked Creek Rec Area
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