Lamar Skinner Dam

Louisiana — Lincoln County — Walnut Creek

Location

StateLouisiana
CountyLincoln
RiverWalnut Creek
Coordinates32.58600, -92.84600

Physical Characteristics

NID Height18 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length525 ft
NID Storage146 acre-ft
Max Storage146 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionJune 12, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1977
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerMike Towns

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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