Lonesome Dove Hunting Club Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Billy Penny Dam Kathy Paul Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Lonesome Dove Hunting Club Dam, located in Evangeline, Louisiana, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
Completed in 2002, this Earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet with a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 24 feet. With a length of 1240 feet and a storage capacity of 361 acre-feet, the dam provides essential fire protection, stock, and recreation opportunities in addition to its main function.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the risk associated with Lonesome Dove Hunting Club Dam is rated as moderate. Despite its relatively small surface area of 38 acres and drainage area of 0.9 square miles, the dam plays a vital role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for the community.
Overall, Lonesome Dove Hunting Club Dam serves as a valuable asset in the conservation efforts of the area, offering a safe and sustainable habitat for fish and wildlife while also providing recreational benefits for visitors. With its solid construction and regular inspection schedule, the dam continues to fulfill its multiple purposes effectively, contributing to the environmental and social well-being of the region.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
1240 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
BAYOU MARSH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
361 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Calcasieu River Nr Glenmora
|
108cfs |
Bayou Cocodrie Nr Clearwater
|
94cfs |
Calcasieu River Near Oberlin
|
88cfs |
Whiskey Chitto Creek Near Oberlin
|
237cfs |
Bayou Des Cannes Nr Eunice
|
8cfs |
Bayou Nezpique Near Basile
|
104cfs |
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.
Lonesome Dove Hunting Club Dam