Gray Lake Dam, located in Bossier, Louisiana, is a privately owned structure on Connell Bayou primarily used for recreation.
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The earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet, with a hydraulic height of 13.8 feet and a structural height of 18.3 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 380 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 304 acre-feet and a surface area of 22 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is under state regulation by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, with regular inspections conducted every 5 years. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled, with a width of 16 feet. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure its safety and integrity for the surrounding community and environment. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains an important feature for water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates in the area.
Dam Length |
716 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
CONNEL BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.32 |
Nid Storage |
380 |
Structural Height |
18.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Red Chute Bayou At Sligo
|
55cfs |
Cypress Bayou Near Keithville
|
11cfs |
Bayou Dorcheat Near Springhill
|
205cfs |
Saline Bayou Near Lucky
|
81cfs |
Red River At Spring Bank
|
7140cfs |
Big Cypress Ck Abv Sh 43 Nr Karnack
|
538cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Harmon Lake Dam - Barksdale AFB
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Barksdale AFB Military
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South Abutment East
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Cypress Black Bayou Rec Area
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