King Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

King Lake is a private water resource located in Claiborne, Louisiana, with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1937, the Earth dam stands at 14 feet high and spans 1000 feet in length, holding a maximum storage capacity of 185 acre-feet. With a surface area of 20 acres and a drainage area of 0.16 square miles, King Lake is fed by the TR-Beaver Creek and regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.

The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 30 feet, and it has a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2017. The lake offers a moderate risk assessment due to various factors, but its risk management measures and emergency action plans are not currently specified. King Lake provides a serene environment for recreational activities and serves as a vital water resource in the region, attracting water and climate enthusiasts alike to witness its beauty and functionality.

Year Completed

1937

Dam Length

1000

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

TR-BEAVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

12

Drainage Area

0.16

Nid Storage

185

Structural Height

14

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

14
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.