Country Club Lake dam
Country Club Lake
Country Club Lake in Monroe, Louisiana, is a man-made reservoir built in 1933 by the US Army Corps of Engineers for recreational purposes. With a dam height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 542 acre-feet, this Earth dam features a controlled spillway and vertical lift outlet gates. The lake covers a surface area of 42 acres and is situated on the Ouachita River, providing a tranquil escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Country Club Lake has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in August 2020. Despite its low risk, the reservoir is crucial for the community's water resource management and offers a scenic spot for recreational activities like fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Its location in Ouachita County makes it an essential part of the region's natural landscape and a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
With its historical significance and role in water conservation, Country Club Lake serves as a valuable asset for both the local government and residents. As climate change continues to impact water resources, this reservoir stands as a testament to sustainable water management practices and the importance of preserving natural habitats for future generations. Whether for leisure or environmental awareness, Country Club Lake remains a picturesque destination that embodies the harmonious relationship between humans and nature.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Country Club Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bayou Lafourche Near Crew Lake | 2,290 cfs | → |
| Boeuf River Nr Girard | 203 cfs | → |
| Chemin-A-Haut Byu Nr Beekman | 1 cfs | → |
| Little Corney Bayou Near Lillie | 246 cfs | → |
| Bayou Bartholomew Near Jones | 26 cfs | → |
| Tensas River At Tendal | 1,240 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Country Club Lake.
Boat launches
- Forsythe Park Boat Launch
- Bayou Darbonne Drive Ouachita Parish
- Heritage Drive 113, West Monroe
- Holland Bluff Road Union Parish
- Lake Drain Road Union Parish
- Boardman Avenue Sterlington
Campgrounds
- Lake Darbonne State Park
- Lincoln Parish Park
- Group Camp
- Chemin - A - Haut State Park
- Jimmie Davis State Park
- North Boat Launch
Fishing spots
Track Country Club Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Country Club Lake
Where does the data for Country Club Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Country Club Lake.