Lake Choctaw Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rogers Pond La00103 Smith Pond No 2
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Lake Choctaw Dam is a private-owned structure located in Sheridan, Louisiana, along the Witchie Creek.
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Summary
The dam, primarily designed for recreational purposes, stands at a height of 25 feet and stretches 900 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 498 acre-feet. While the dam is classified as an earth-type structure with buttress and stone cores, it is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LA DOTD).
With a hazard potential deemed significant and a fair condition assessment as of December 2019, Lake Choctaw Dam poses a high risk level, warranting attention to risk management measures. Despite its lack of a spillway, locks, or outlet gates, the dam remains a popular spot for recreational activities, offering a surface area of 39.8 acres for visitors to enjoy. The dam's emergency action plan status and compliance with guidelines are currently unspecified, indicating a need for further assessment and preparation in case of emergencies.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts appreciate the beauty and importance of Lake Choctaw Dam, it is crucial to monitor its risk levels and condition to ensure the safety of both the surrounding community and the environment. With its picturesque location and significant storage capacity, the dam serves as a key recreational spot in Louisiana, attracting visitors for various outdoor activities. As efforts continue to maintain and improve the dam's infrastructure, stakeholders must prioritize risk assessment and management to safeguard the area for future generations to enjoy.
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
WITCHE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
39.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
498 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
2680cfs |
Bogue Chitto River Near Bush
|
862cfs |
Tchefuncta River Near Folsom
|
68cfs |
Bogue Chitto Nr Tylertown
|
328cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
43cfs |
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
1740cfs |
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.
Lake Choctaw Dam