King Lake is a private water resource located in Claiborne, Louisiana, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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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 |
Bayou Dorcheat Near Springhill
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140cfs |
Little Corney Bayou Near Lillie
|
111cfs |
Smackover Creek Near Smackover
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70cfs |
Saline Bayou Near Lucky
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31cfs |
Red Chute Bayou At Sligo
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59cfs |
Red River At Spring Bank
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3960cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Valhalla - Motorcycle only
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Bucktail Hunter Camp
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Bucktail Camp Complex
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Turkey Trot Complex
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Lake Claiborne State Park
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