Hosston Lake, also known as Kirby Lake, is a privately owned water resource located in Caddo, Louisiana.
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This picturesque lake was designed by DR C KIRBY and completed in 1955 for recreational purposes. With a dam height of 13 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 510 acre-feet, Hosston Lake covers a surface area of 39 acres and is situated in a tranquil setting along Stumpy Bayou offstream.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Hosston Lake boasts a low hazard potential and a high risk assessment rating of 2. Despite not being actively rated for its condition, this beloved recreational spot offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and enjoying the great outdoors. Although the lake does not have a spillway, it features a spillway width of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 11 feet, ensuring the safety and stability of the dam structure.
Visitors to Hosston Lake can appreciate its natural beauty and serene atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to explore the diverse landscapes of Louisiana. With its unique combination of earth, buttress, and stone dam types, Hosston Lake provides a peaceful retreat for outdoor activities and relaxation in the heart of Hosston, Louisiana.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
STUMPY BAYOU OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
39 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
510 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Red River At Spring Bank
|
6440cfs |
Big Cypress Ck Abv Sh 43 Nr Karnack
|
508cfs |
Bayou Dorcheat Near Springhill
|
177cfs |
Black Cypress Bayou At Jefferson
|
243cfs |
Little Cypress Ck Nr Jefferson
|
341cfs |
Sulphur Rv Nr Texarkana
|
576cfs |