Chicot Lake Dam
Louisiana — Evangeline County — Bayou Chicot
Location
| State | Louisiana |
| County | Evangeline |
| River | Bayou Chicot |
| Coordinates | 30.81820, -92.26921 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Length | 6,423 ft |
| NID Storage | 13,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 13,200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,640 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 18, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | State of Louisiana |
| Other Name | Chicot Lake |
Location Map
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.